FORD 2009 Taurus v.3 - Manual (Page 125)

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position,
make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the
seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the
seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment
(if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with cup holders and a storage compartment,
they are located in the rear seat armrest. To access the cup holders,
rotate armrest into use position. To open the storage compartment (if
equipped), pull up on the latch.
WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Personal Safety System ா
The Personal Safety System
௡ provides an improved overall level of
frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help
further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to
analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating
the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of
occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System
௡ consists of:
• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints.
• Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management
retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors.
Seating and Safety Restraints
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2009 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing
USA (fus)