Toyota Prius V 2012 Quick Reference Manual page 121

1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CAUTION
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When folding the seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
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Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
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Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
position to P.
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Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.
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Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
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Do not operate the rear seat if it is occupied.
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Be careful not to get feet or hands caught in the moving parts or joints of
the seats during operation.
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Do not allow children to operate the seat.
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After operation, rock the seat gently to ensure that it is firmly in place.
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Reclining adjustment
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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.
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After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.
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