2013 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS remove seats

99 1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
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Flattening the seatbacks
Before flattening the seatbacks
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Apply the parking brake firmly and shift the shift position to P.
(P. 219)
Slide the second seats as far back as possible. (P. 102)
Flattening the seatbacks
Move the front seat forward and
remove the head restraint.
(P. 112)
Pull the seatback angle adjust-
ment lever to flatten the seat-
back.
To return the seats, reverse the procedure.
After returning the seats to their original position, make sure to
replace the head restraint.
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STEP 2
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STEP 2
STEP 3

106 1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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CAUTION
Reclining adjustment
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not
recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the
shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of
an accident.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpect-
edly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.
After returning the seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Make sure that the seatback is securely locked in position by lightly push-
ing it back and forth.
Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
Re-couple the second center seat belt if it has been uncoupled. (P. 116)
If the seat belt has been stowed using the seat belt hanger, check that the
seat belt has been removed from the hanger. (P. 105)
After tilting the second seatback forward when getting in or out of the
vehicle etc.
Slide the seat backward and raise the seatback, and check that the seat is
securely locked.
If the seat is not locked, the seat may unexpectedly move and cause death
or serious injury.

111 1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
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CAUTION
Reclining adjustment
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not
recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the
shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of
an accident.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpect-
edly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.
After returning the seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Make sure that the seatback is securely locked in position by lightly push-
ing it back and forth.
Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
If the seat belt has been stowed using the seat belt hanger, check that the
seat belt has been removed from the hanger. (P. 105)
NOTICE
When the third seat is folded forward
P. 107

114 1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Adjusting the height of the head restraints (front seats)
Adjusting the second and third seats head restraint
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
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.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

124 1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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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’s 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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Maintenance and care
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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.
Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

558 Alphabetical index
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Bluetooth®*
Bottle holders........................... 351
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 543
Parking brake ........................ 226
Brake assist.............................. 291
Break-in tips ............................. 195
Brightness control
Instrument cluster light
control ................................. 231
Camera
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Care
Exterior.................................. 376
Interior ................................... 381
Seat belts .............................. 382
Cargo hooks ............................. 371
CD player
*
Chains ....................................... 315
Child restraint system
Baby seats, definition ............ 168
Baby seats, installation ......... 180
Child seats, definition ............ 168
Child seats,
installation........................... 180
Installing child restraint system
with ISOFIX rigid
anchors ............................... 186
Installing child restraint system
with seat belts ..................... 180
Installing child restraint system
with top strap ...................... 188
Junior seats, definition .......... 168
Junior seats,
installation........................... 180Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 160
Back door precautions ............ 94
Child restraint system ........... 168
Child-protectors ...................... 90
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 121
Installing
child restraints .................... 179
Panoramic roof
precautions ......................... 365
Power window lock switch .... 130
Power window precautions ... 133
Removed electronic key battery
precautions ......................... 426
Seat belt precautions ............ 122
Seat heater precautions........ 362
12-volt battery precautions ... 410
Child-protectors......................... 90
Cleaning
Exterior ................................. 376
Interior................................... 381
Seat belts .............................. 382
Clock ......................................... 358
Condenser ................................ 404
Console box ............................. 348
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 522
Hybrid system overheating ... 522
Cruise control
Cruise control........................ 267
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 272
Cup holders.............................. 349
Curtain shield airbags ............. 153
Customizable features ............ 548
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