2005 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 16

Mazda MPV_8T50-EA-04G_Edition1 Page16 Monday, June 28 2004 3:59 PM Black plate (16,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly while raising the lever. Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. qSeat Recline WARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection, sit well back and upright. Unlocked Seatback: The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision, resulting in severe injury. After adjusting the seatback at any time, even when there are no other passengers, rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. CAUTION When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you support the seatback while operating the seatback lever. If the seatback is not supported, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury. 2-4 Form No.8T50-EA-04G