2002 Lexus IS 300 Owners Manual - Page 138

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which will record the use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver and front passenger when the SRS airbags are inflated. CAUTION The driver or front passenger who is too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Lexus strongly recommends that: D The driver sit as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the vehicle. D The front passenger sit as far back as possible from the dashboard. D All vehicle occupants be properly restrained using the available seat belts. "Side airbags SJ16009 In response to a severe side impact, the side airbags for the driver or front passenger work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The side airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver or front passenger's chest. The side airbag on the passenger seat is activated even with no passenger in the front seat. Be sure to wear your seat belt. CAUTION The side airbags inflate with considerable force. To avoid potential death or serious injury when they inflate, the driver and front passenger must: 122