2009 Lexus SC 430 Owners Manual - Page 28

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n The rear seat contact avoidance function If you push back the seat backward when the seatback reclined too far backward, the seat will adjust the seatback angle forward. If you recline the seatback too far backward when the seat is in the pushed back position, the seat will adjust the seat position forward. n After first reconnecting the battery 1 Before driving The rear seat contact avoidance function does not work. When you push back the seat or recline the seatback backward, a buzzer sounds to warn that the rear seat may interfere with the seatback movement. The following procedure must be performed. Move the seat position control switch forward until a beeping sound is emitted. Move the seatback angle switch forward until a beeping sound is emitted. CAUTION n Reclining adjustment Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion, to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined during an accident, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury. n After adjusting or returning the seatback Push and pull the seatback to confirm that it is securely locked. n While the vehicle is moving Never operate the seatback lock release levers. 29