2008 Subaru Tribeca Owner's Manual - Page 33

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-9 & Reclining the seatback CAUTION . In a 7-seater model vehicle, never allow the third-row seat passengers to adjust the seatback of the second row. Doing so is dangerous as the seatback will tilt rapidly and could injure the passengers. . If the cargo area cover is equipped, be careful not to pinch your hand between the headrest and the cargo area cover when you recline the rear seat. & Folding down the seatback WARNING . After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab attached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder belts are fully visible. . Never allow passengers to ride on the folded seatback or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury or death. . Secure skis and other lengthy items properly to prevent them from being thrown around inside the vehicle and causing serious injury during a sudden stop, a sudden steering maneuver or a rapid acceleration. . If passengers are sitting on the third-row seat, never drive while folding the second-row seat. It can be a serious interference at the time of braking and impact. . If passengers are sitting on the third-row seat, never drive while the center seatback of the second-row seat is folded. Doing so - CONTINUED - WARNING To prevent the passenger from sliding under the seatbelt in the event of a collision, always put the seatback in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion. Also, do not place objects such as cushions between the passenger and the seatback. If you do so, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in serious internal injury or death. Pull the lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired position. Then release the lever and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place.