2012 TOYOTA HILUX remove seats

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Before driving
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Rear seats
: If equipped
Extra-cab models
Removing the rear seat cushions
Unhook the lock release
lever.
Pull the seat cushions up
and then pull toward the
front of vehicle.
The seat cushions can be
removed separately.

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Double-cab models
Raising the bottom cushion
Remove the center head
restraint.
Pull the strap and raise the
bottom cushion.
The latch under the bottom
cushion will release allowing
the bottom cushion to be
raised.
Anchor the strap to the
bracket behind the rear seat.
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CAUTION
When removing the rear seat cushions (if equipped)
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Do not remove the rear seat cushions while driving.
Be careful not to hit the removed rear seat cushions against a person or
drop it on yourself.
When reinstalling, returning the rear seat cushions, bottom cushion to
their original position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat.
Make sure there are no obstacles under the seat which would prevent the
seat from properly locking into place.
Make sure the rear seat cushions, bottom cushion securely locked by
pushing it upward and downward.
Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
Replace the center head
restraint.STEP4

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CAUTION
Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.
Do not drive with the head restraints removed.

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CAUTION
Seat belt damage and wear
Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be
jammed in the door.
Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose
parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat
belts cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury.
Ensure that the belt and plate are locked and the belt is not twisted.
If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been
involved in a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.
Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the
seat belts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. Inappropriate handling of the pretensioner may prevent it from
operating properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE
Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.

622 Alphabetical index
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Back window .............................. 96
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 535
Wattage................................. 614
Battery
Checking ............................... 489
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 579
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 234
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 365
Bluetooth® phone .................... 390
Bottle holders........................... 441
Brake
Parking brake ........................ 174
Brake assist.............................. 220
Break-in tips ............................. 146
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 178Care
Exterior ................................. 462
Interior................................... 466
Seat belts .............................. 467
CD player .......................... 271, 332
Chains....................................... 234
Child restraint system
Baby seats, definition............ 123
Baby seats, installation ......... 135
Child seats, definition............ 123
Child seats, installation ......... 135
Installing CRS with seat
belts ............................ 136, 137
Junior seats, definition .......... 123
Junior seats, installation ....... 135
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 118
Battery precautions ....... 489, 582
Child restraint system ........... 123
Child-protectors ...................... 62
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 83
Installing child restraints ....... 135
Power window lock switch ...... 93
Power window precautions ..... 94
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 508
Seat belt precautions .............. 84
Seat heater
precautions ......................... 451
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