Seats; Sitting in the Correct Position; Head Restraints- Page 96

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION

WARNINGS

Do not recline the seat backrest too
far as this can cause the occupant
to slide under the safety belt,

resulting in serious injury in the event of a
crash.

Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seat backrest reclined too
far, can result in serious injury or

death in the event of a crash. Always sit
upright against your seat backrest, with
your feet on the floor.

Do not place objects higher than the
seat backrest to reduce the risk of
serious injury in the event of a crash

or during heavy braking.

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When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, safety belt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a crash.

We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•

Sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.

•

Do not recline the seat backrest more
than 30 degrees.

•

Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain
comfortable.

•

Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 inches
(25 centimeters) between your
breastbone and the airbag cover.

•

Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.

•

Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.

•

Position the shoulder strap of the
safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.

Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

The adjustable head restraint is a
safety device. Whenever possible it
should be installed and correctly

adjusted when the seat is occupied. An
incorrectly adjusted head restraint may
provide reduced protection to an occupant
during certain rear impacts.

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Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing

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