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Driver’s seat
(1) Seat adjustment, forward / back-ward
(2) Seatback recliner
(3) Seat adjustment, height
(4) Lumbar support
(5) Cushion extension*
(6) Headrest
(7) Driver position memory system
Front passenger’s seat
(8) Seat adjustment, forward / back-
ward
(9) Seat adjustment, height
*
(10) Seatback recliner
(11) Headrest
Rear seat
(12) Armrest
(13) Ski through
(14) Headrest
* : if equipped
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Generally, the center of gravity of
most people's head is similar with
the height of the top of their eyes.
Also, adjust the headrest as close to
your head as possible.
For this reason, the use of a cushion
that holds the body away from the
seatback is not recommended.Forward and backward adjust-ment
The headrest may be adjusted forward
to 4 different positions by pulling the
headrest forward to the desired
detent. To adjust the headrest to it’s full
rearward position, pull it fully forward
to the farthest position and release it.
Adjust the headrest so that it properly
supports the head and neck.
Adjusting the height up and down
To raise the headrest, pull it up to the
desired position (1). To lower the
headrest, push and hold the release
button (2) on the headrest support
and lower the headrest to the desired
position (3).
WARNING - Headrest
removal/adjustment
Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed.
Headrests can provide critical
neck and head support in a
crash.
Do not adjust the headrest height while the vehicle is in
motion. Driver may lose con-
trol of the vehicle.
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Excessive pulling or pushingmay damage the headrest.
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Seatback pocket
The seatback pocket is provided on
the back of the front seatbacks.
Rear seat adjustment
Headrest (for rear seat)
The rear seat is equipped with head-
rests in all the seating positions for the
occupant's safety and comfort.
The headrest not only provides comfort
for passengers, but also helps protect
the head and neck in the event of a col-
lision. For maximum effectiveness in
case of an accident, the headrest
should be adjusted so the middle of the
headrest is at the same height of the
center of gravity of an occupant's head.
Generally, the center of gravity of most
people's head is similar with the height
as the top of their eyes. Also adjust the
headrest as close to your head as pos-
sible. For this reason, the use of a cush-
ion that holds the body away from the
seatback is not recommended.
WARNING- Seatback
pocket
Do not put heavy or sharp
objects in the seatback pocket.
An occupant could contact such
objects in a crash. Heavy objects
in the front passenger seatback
could also interfere with the air
bag sensing system.
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It will also lock if you try to lean for-
ward too quickly.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
If you are unable to pull out the seat
belt from the retractor, firmly pull
the belt out and release it. Then you
will be able to pull the belt out
smoothly.
Height adjustment
You can adjust the height of the
shoulder belt anchor to one of the 4
positions for maximum comfort and
safety.
The height of the adjusting seat belt
should not be too close to your neck.
The shoulder portion should be
adjusted so that it lies across your
chest and midway over your shoulder
nearest the door and not your neck.
To adjust the height of the seat belt
anchor, lower or raise the height
adjuster into an appropriate position. To raise the height adjuster, pull it up
(1). To lower it, push it down (3) while
pressing the height adjuster button
(2).
Release the button to lock the
anchor into position. Try sliding the
height adjuster to make sure that it
has locked into position.
WARNING -Shoulder belt
positioning
Never position the shoulder belt
across your neck or face.
WARNING -Seat belt
replacement
Replace your seat belts after
being in an accident. Failure to
replace seat belts after an acci-
dent could leave you with dam-
aged seat belts that will not pro-
vide protection in the event of
another collision.
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Tilt and telescoping steering
Tilt steering allows you to adjust the
steering wheel before you drive. You
can also raise it to give your legs
more room when you exit and enter
the vehicle.
The steering wheel should be posi-
tioned so that it is comfortable for
you to drive, while permitting you to
see the instrument panel warning
lights and gauges.
Manual type
To change the steering wheel angle
and height:
1. Pull down the lock-release lever (1).
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the
desired angle (2) and height (3).
3. Pull up the lock-release lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
Electric type
To change the steering wheel angle
and height:
Move the switch (1) up and downto adjust the angle (2).
Move the switch forward or rear- ward to adjust the height (3).WARNING - Steering
wheel
adjustment
Never adjust the angle and
height of the steering wheel
while driving. You may lose
steering control.
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