2004 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 128

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Tumbling second seat for third seat entry 16X185b 16X186b "Third seat Lean forward and pull the lock release lever. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever. For easy access to the third seat, tumble the second seat in accordance with the following procedure. Before tumbling the second seat, stow the second seat buckles as shown in the illustration. This prevents the buckles from falling out when you tumble the second seat. CAUTION 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 when the passengers 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. NOTICE The seat belt buckles must be stowed before you tumble the second seat. 108