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Anchor the strap to the bracket
behind the rear seat.
Replace the center head
restraint. (if equipped)3
4
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.
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Operation of each component
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Head restraints
Up
Pull the head restraints up.
Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.
Up
Pull the head restraints up.
Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.
Front seats
Lock release button
1
2
Rear seats (double-cab models only)
Lock release button
1
2
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■Removing the head restraints
■ Installing the head restraints
■ Adjusting the height of the head restraints
■ Adjusting the rear seat head rest raint (double-cab models only)
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using. Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.
Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down to the lock
position.
Press and hold the lock release button
when lowering the head restraint.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.
Lock release button
Lock releasebutton
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Operation of each component
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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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1704-1. Before driving
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Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load.
CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the rear deck
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the rear deck:
● Receptacles containing gasoline
● Aerosol cans
■ Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent t he pedals from being depressed properly,
may block the driver’s vision, or may re sult in items hitting the driver or pas-
sengers, possibly causing an accident.
● Stow cargo and luggage in the rear deck whenever possible.
● Except for single-cab models: Do not stack anything behind the front seats
higher than the seatbacks.
● Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger seats (when stacking items)
• Except for single-cab models: On the rear seat (when stacking items)
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
● Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
● Never allow anyone to ride in the rear deck. It is not designed for passen-
gers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened.
Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or serious bodily
injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
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Interior features
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■When using the holder as a bottle holder
●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Bottle holders
XFor front seats XFor rear seats (if equipped)
CAUTION
■Items unsuitable for the bottle holder
Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.
NOTICE
■Items that should not be st owed in the bottle holders
Do not place open bottles in the bottle holders, or glasses and paper cups
containing liquid. The contents may spill and glasses may break.
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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 alco- hol
● 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 (vehicles with rear window
defogger)
● 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.
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527Alphabetical index
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Automatic air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter.............. 404
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 260
Automatic disconnecting differential .............................. 227
Automatic light control system ....................... 199
Automatic transmission .......... 187 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 477
AUX port ................................... 306
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 346
Back window ............................ 153
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 433
Wattage................................. 516
Battery
Battery checking ................... 390
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 478
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 243
Warning light ......................... 449
Bluetooth
®................................ 308
Registering/removing a Bluetooth
® device ............... 325
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ......................... 326, 327
Wireless
communication ................... 307
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 307
Bluetooth® phone .................... 307
Deleting the call history ......... 333
Making a call ......................... 319
Managing speed dials ........... 320
Managing the contacts .......... 332
Phone settings ...................... 331 Receiving a call..................... 322
Speaking on the phone ......... 319
Boost ventilator system .......... 250
Bottle holders .......................... 345
Brake Fluid ...................................... 512
Parking brake........................ 195
Warning light ......................... 448
Brake assist ............................. 233
Break-in tips ............................. 159
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control................................. 102
Care Aluminum wheels.................. 365
Exterior ................................. 364
Interior................................... 368
Seat belts .............................. 369
CD player .................................. 276
Chains....................................... 245
Child restraint system ............... 64
Baby seats, definition.............. 65
Baby seats, installation ........... 77
Child seats, definition.............. 65
Child seats, installation ..... 76, 78
Installing CRS with seat belts ........................ 76, 77
Junior seats, definition ............ 65
Junior seats, installation ......... 79
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