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24 1-1. For safe use Seat belts Make sure that all occupants are WARNING Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident. Failure to do so may cause death or seri- ous injury. ■ Wearing a seat belt ● Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt. ● Always wear a seat belt properly. ● Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt for more than one person at once, includ- ing children. ● Lexus recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system. ● To achieve a proper seating position, do not recline the seat more than nec- essary. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. ● Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm. ● Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips. ■ Pregnant women Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. ( Women who are pregnant should posi- tion the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occupants, extending the shoulder belt completely over the shoulder and avoid- ing belt contact with the rounding of the abdominal area. only the pregnant woman, but also the fetus could suffer death or serious injury as a result of sudden braking or a colli- sion. ■ People suffering illness Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. ( ■ When children are in the vehicle ■ Seat belt damage and wear ● Do not damage the seat belts by allow- ing the belt, plate, or buckle to be jammed in the door. ● Inspect the seat belt system periodi- cally. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belts cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury. |