Lexus LX 470 1998, Owner'S Manual

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COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
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SEAT BELTS
Seat belt precautions
Lexus strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be
properly restrained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure
to do so could increase the chance of injury and/or the severity of
injury in accidents.
Child. Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the
child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belts.
See ”Child restraint” for details.
If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child should sit
in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt.
According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly
restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
If a child must sit in the front seat, the seat belts should be worn
properly. Do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide
sufficient restraint. If an accident occurs and the seat belts are not
worn properly, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag may cause
severe injury to the child.
Do not allow the child to stand up or kneel on either rear or front
seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury during
emergency braking or a collision.
Pregnant woman. Lexus recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask
your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be
worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the
waist.
Injured person. Lexus recommends the use of a seat belt.
Depending on the injury, first check with your doctor for specific
recommendations.
CAUTION
Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing their seat
belts whenever the vehicle is moving. Otherwise, they are
much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury in the event
of sudden braking or a collision.
When using the seat belts, observe the following:
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Use the belt for only one person at a time. Do not use a
single belt for two or more people − even children.
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Avoid reclining the seatbacks too much. The seat belts
provide maximum protection when the seatbacks are in the
upright position. (See ”Adjusting seatback angle”.)
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Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware.
Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat
or doors.
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Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts,
fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be
replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
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Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a
mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach,
dye, or abrasive cleaners − they may severely weaken the
belts.