2004 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual - Page 34

'04 Tacoma U (L/O 0309) Injured person. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Depending on the injury, first check with your doctor for specific recommendations D To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of personal injury. D 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, or allow them to come into contact with the belt-they may severely weaken the belts. (See "Cleaning the interior" in Section 5.) 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 or death in the event of sudden braking or a collision. When using the seat belts, observe the following: D Replace the belt assembly (including bolts) if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious. D Use the belt for only one person at a time. Do not use a single belt for two or more people-even children. D Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or side doors. D Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the system. 34 2004 TACOMA from Sep. '03 Prod. (OM35814U)