Scion Q EV. Service Manual - part 8

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Note for the entry function

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Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas),
the system may not operate properly in the following cases:

• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near

the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.

• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, floor or in the door pockets

when the EV system is started or power switch modes are changed.

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Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave recep-
tion conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the
door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic
key inside the vehicle.

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As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
locked or unlocked by anyone. However, only the doors detecting the elec-
tronic key can be used to unlock the vehicle.

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Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start
the EV system if the electronic key is near the window.

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The doors may unlock or lock if a large amount of water splashes on the
door handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is
within the effective range. (The doors will automatically be locked after
approximately 30 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)

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If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic
key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be
unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock
the doors.)

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Note for locking the doors

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Touching the door lock sensor while wearing gloves may delay or prevent
lock operation. Remove the gloves and touch the lock sensor again.

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When the lock operation is performed using the lock sensor, recognition sig-
nals will be shown up to two consecutive times. After this, no recognition
signals will be given. 

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If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effec-
tive range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key in a posi-
tion 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being
washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)

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If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet
during a car wash, a message may be shown on the multi-information dis-
play and a buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the alarm, lock
all the doors.

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The lock sensor may not work properly if it comes into contact with ice,
snow, mud, etc. Clean the lock sensor and attempt to operate it again, or
use the lock sensor on the lower part of the door handle.

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Fingernails may scrape against the door during operation of the door han-
dle. Be careful not to injure fingernails or damage the surface of the door.

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Note for the unlocking function

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A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the
doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the origi-
nal position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door handle
again.

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Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
Remove the gloves and touch the sensor on the back of the door handle
again.

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If there is another electronic key in the detection area, it may take slightly
longer to unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped.

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When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods

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To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2
m) of the vehicle.

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The smart key system can be deactivated in advance. (

P. 414)

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To operate the system properly

Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the
outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The
alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention function may not
operate.)

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If the smart key system does not operate properly

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Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (

P. 384)

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Starting the EV system: 

P. 384

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Electronic key battery depletion

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The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. 

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If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the EV
system stops. (

P. 353)

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As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. (

P. 299)

• The smart key system or the wireless remote control does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.

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To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:

• TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Induction cookers
• Table lamps

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When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 299

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Customization

Settings (e. g. smart key system) can be changed. 
(Customizable features: 

P. 414)

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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting

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Locking and unlocking the doors:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (

P. 130, 384)

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Starting the EV system and changing power switch modes: 

P. 384

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Stopping the EV system: 

P. 166

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Certification for the smart key system

FCC ID: HYQ13CZD

FCC ID: HYQ13CZN

FCC ID: HYQ14ACX

FCC ID: HYQ14ADF

FCC ID: NI4TMLF8-5

NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 

CAUTION

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Caution regarding interference with electronic devices

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People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep
away from the smart key system antennas. (

P. 122)

The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary,
the entry function can be disabled. Ask your Scion dealer for details, such
as the frequency of radio waves and timing of emitting the radio waves.
Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the entry function.

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Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers
and implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the
device for information about its operation under the influence of radio
waves.
Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such
medical devices.

Ask your Scion dealer for details on disabling the entry function.

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Wireless remote control

The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi-
cle. 

Locks all the doors

Unlocks all the doors

Pressing the button unlocks the
driver’s door. Pressing the button
again within 3 seconds unlocks the
other doors.

Operates Remote Climate Con-
trol (

P. 228)

Sounds the alarm 
(press and hold)

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Operation signals

A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)

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Door lock buzzer

If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock
the vehicle once more.

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Panic mode

Function summary

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When 

 is pressed for longer than

about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, press any button on the
electronic key.

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Security feature
P. 120

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Conditions affecting operation
P. 125

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If the wireless remote control does not operate properly

Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (

P. 384)

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Electronic key battery depletion
P. 128

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When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 299

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Customization

Settings (e.g. door unlocking function) can be changed. 
(Customizable features: 

P. 414)

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Side doors

The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function,
wireless remote control or door lock switches.

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Entry function
P. 120

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Wireless remote control
P. 130

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Door lock switches



For driver’s use

Locks all the doors

Unlocks all the doors



For front passenger’s use

Locks all the doors

Unlocks all the doors

Unlocking and locking the side doors

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Inside door lock buttons

Locks the door

Unlocks the door

The side doors can be opened
by pulling the inside handle
even if the lock buttons are in
the lock position.

Move the inside door lock button to the lock position.

Close the door.

The door cannot be locked if the power switch is in ACCESSORY or
ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle.

The key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked.

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Using the mechanical key

The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. 
(

P. 384)

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Customization

Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed. 
(Customizable features: 

P. 414)

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Locking the side doors from the outside without a key

CAUTION

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To prevent an accident

Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant throwing out
of the vehicle, resulting in death or serious injury.

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Always use a seat belt.

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Ensure that all doors are properly closed and locked.

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Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. 
Be especially careful for the side doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside door lock buttons are in locked position.

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Back door

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Entry function
P. 120

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Wireless remote control 
P. 130

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Door lock switches
P. 132

Raise the back door while pushing
up the back door opener switch.

The back door cannot be closed
immediately after the back door
opener switch is pushed.

Lower the back door using the
back door handle, and make sure
to push the back door down from
the outside to close it.

Locking and unlocking the back door

Opening the back door from outside the vehicle

When closing the back door

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CAUTION

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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Before driving

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Make sure that the back door is fully closed. If the back door is not fully
closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving and hit near-by objects or
luggage in the luggage compartment may be thrown out, causing an acci-
dent.

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Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
If a child is accidentally locked in the luggage compartment, they could
have heat exhaustion or suffocate.

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Do not allow a child to open or close the back door.
Doing so may cause the back door to move unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing back door.

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Important points while driving

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Keep the back door closed while driving.
If the back door is left open, it may hit near-by objects or luggage in the
luggage compartment may be thrown out, causing an accident.

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Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. In the event of sudden
braking or a collision, they are susceptible to death or serious injury. 

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CAUTION

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Operating the back door

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in death
or serious injury.

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Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the back door
before opening it. Failure to do so may cause the back door to suddenly
shut again after it is opened.

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When opening or closing the back door, thoroughly check to make sure
the surrounding area is safe. 

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If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that
the back door is about to open or close.

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Use caution when opening or closing the back door in windy weather as it
may move abruptly in strong wind.

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Do not pull on the back door damper stay to close the back door, and do
not hang on the back door damper stay. 
Doing so may cause hands to be caught or the back door damper stay to
break, causing an accident.

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If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the back door, it
may suddenly shut again after being opened, causing someone’s hands,
head or neck to be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part
to the back door, using a genuine Scion part is recommended.

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The back door may suddenly shut if it is
not opened fully. It is more difficult to
open or close the back door on an
incline than on a level surface, so
beware of the back door unexpectedly
opening or closing by itself. Make sure
that the back door is fully open and
secure before using the luggage com-
partment. 

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When closing the back door, take extra
care to prevent your fingers etc. from
being caught.

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When closing the back door, make sure
to press it lightly on its outer surface. If
the back door handle is used to fully
close the back door, it may result in
hands or arms being caught. 

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Back door damper stays

The back door is equipped with damper stays that hold the back door in
place.

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the back door damper stay, resulting
in malfunction.

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Do not attach any foreign objects, such
as stickers, plastic sheets, or adhesives
to the damper stay rod.

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Do not touch the damper stay rod with
gloves or other fabric items.

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Do not attach any heavy accessory to
the back door. Scion recommends gen-
uine Scion parts.

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Do not place your hand on the damper
stay or apply lateral forces to it.

 Damper stay

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Front seats

Seat position adjustment lever

Seatback angle adjustment
lever

Seatback angle adjustment
lever (passenger’s seat only)

Lift up the seatback angle adjustment lever.

When the seatback is folded to the forward limit, the seat can slide back
and forth.

Slide the seat to the front-most position.

After rear passengers are in, lift up the seatback and return the seat until it
locks.

By raising the seatback, the seat locks at the upright position.

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Head restraints

Head restraints are provided for all front seats.

The head restraints do not have adjustment function.

Adjustment procedure

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Moving the front passenger’s seat for rear seat entry

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When adjusting the seat position

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Take care that seat does not strike passengers or luggage. Especially
when lowering the seatback, take care as to not squash the legs of the
rear passenger.

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Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid
injury.
Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.

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After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.

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Seat 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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When returning the seatback upright, be careful not to be hit by the seat-
back which will rebound with considerable spring force.

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After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.

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Caution while driving

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Never operate the seat position adjustment lever and the seatback angle
adjustment lever while driving.

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Do not place anything under the front seats. 
The items may fly out and interrupt pedal operation in events such as sud-
den braking, and may cause an accident.

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When sitting down or getting up off the rear seat

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Take care as not get hand or feet caught in between movable and joining
parts.

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When sitting down or getting up off the rear seat, make sure not to trip
over the seat rail grooves.

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Be sure to fix the front seat after sitting down or getting up off the rear seat.

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Operating the front seats from the rear seat

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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Do not operate when there is a passenger in the front seat.

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Never operate the front seats while driving.

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Rear seats

Stow the seat belt buckles as
shown.

Press the seatback lock release
button and fold the seatback
down until it reaches the posi-
tion where the head restraints
can be removed.

Remove the head restraints.

Pull the head restraint up while
pushing the lock release button.

Fold down the seatbacks.

Stow the head restraints between
seatbacks and seat cushion as
shown.

Folding down procedure

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Installing the head restraints

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Head restraints

Head restraints are provided for all rear seats.

The head restraints do not have adjustment function.

Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down to the lock
position.

CAUTION

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When folding the rear 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
lever to P.

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Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat.

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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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After returning the rear seatback to the upright position

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.

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Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.

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Make sure that the seatback is securely
locked in position by lightly pushing it
back and forth.
If the seatbacks is not securely locked,
the red marking will be visible on the
seatback lock release button. Make
sure that the red marking is not visible.