2019 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS seats

1963-3. Adjusting the seats
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
Third seats
Seatback angle adjustment lever
Park the vehicle in a safe place.
Apply the parking brake firmly and shift the shift position to P. (P. 234)
Adjust the position of the second seats and the angle of the seat-
back. (P. 191)
Depending on the position of the second seats, if the seatback is folded
backward, it may interfere with the operation of the third seats.
Lower the head restraint of the third seats. (P. 199)
Adjustment procedure
Before folding down the seatbacks
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1973-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
Pull the seatback angle adjust-
ment lever.
To return the rear seatbacks to
their original positions, lift them up
until they lock.
■ Seat belts
■ Stowing the seat belt buckles
■ Seatback strap
Folding down the seatbacks
When the seat belts are not in use, posi-
tion the seat belt plates below the seat
belt hangers and stow the seat belts as
shown in the illustration.
The buckle can be stowed when the seat-
belt is not in use.
The folded third seat can be raised from
the luggage compartment.
Plate
Seat belt hanger

1983-3. Adjusting the seats
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WARNING
■When operating the seats
 P. 194
■ Reclining adjustment
 P. 194
■ After returning the seatback to the upright position
 P. 194
NOTICE
■When the third seat is folded forward
 P. 195

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3-3. Adjusting the seats
Operation of each component
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
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.
Head restraints are provided for all seats.
Front and second seats
Lock release button
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Third seats
Lock release button
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2003-3. Adjusting the seats
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
■Removing the head restraints
■ Installing the head restraints
■ 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.
Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.
Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes while pressing the lock release
button and push it down to the lock posi-
tion.
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 release button

2013-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
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WARNING
■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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4-1. Before driving
Driving
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Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load.
WARNING
■ Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
● 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 luggage compartment whenever possible.
● Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than
the seatbacks.
● When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.
● Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened.
● Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover (if equipped)
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
● Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
■ Load and distribution
● Do not overload your vehicle.
● Do not apply loads unevenly.
Improper loading may cause deteriorati on of steering or braking control
which may cause death or serious injury.

3415-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Seat heaters
Heats the left front seat
Heats the right front seat
The indicator light comes on when
the seat heater is operating.
● The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
● When not in use, turn off the switch. The indicator light turns off.
: If equipped
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WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.