2010 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 26

Essential Safety Equipment Seats qArmrest The rear armrest in the center of the rear seatback can be used (no occupant in the center seat) or placed upright. Head Restraints Head restraints are intended to help protect you and the passengers from neck injury. WARNING Always drive with the head restraints installed when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision. Height adjustment To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired position. To lower the head restraint, press the stopcatch release, then push the head restraint down. Adjust the head restraint so that the top is even with the top of the passenger's ears, never the passenger's neck to prevent injury. Front seat 2-12