Never adjust or fold/unfold the seats when the car is moving, and always make sure the seats are securely upright before driving with passengers in the back seat.
Driver seat recommendations
The driver should be seated:
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As far back as possible, while comfortably able to reach and fully depress the pedals. |
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With the seatback upright with the backside and shoulders in full contact with the seat. |
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With the back of the head in full contact with the headrest. |
Seat belt recommendations
A correctly fastened seat belt should be:
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Over the shoulder and across the chest (shoulder belt) |
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Across the lap, tightly under the abdomen (lap belt) |
Pregnant occupant recommendations
A pregnant driver should be seated:
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As far back as possible, while comfortably able to reach and fully depress the pedals. |
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With steering wheel as far away from the abdomen as possible while remaining comfortable. |
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With the seatback upright with the backside and shoulders in full contact with the seat. |
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With the back of the head in full contact with the headrest. |
For pregnant people, a correctly fastened seat belt should be:
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Over the shoulder, between the breasts, and to the side of the abdomen (shoulder belt) |
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As low as possible, flat over the thighs, tightly under the abdomen (lap belt) |
