Lexus ES350 2023 Head Restraints User Manual
Introduction
- Adjustable Height: The head restraints in the ES350 are height-adjustable, allowing you to position them at a comfortable level that aligns with the height of your head. This customization feature ensures optimal support and reduces the risk of neck strain.
- Integrated Safety: The head restraints are designed with safety in mind. In the event of a rear-end collision, the head restraints are engineered to move forward and upward, providing crucial support to the head and neck, minimizing the risk of whiplash injuries.
- Comfortable Padding: The head restraints feature soft and cushioned padding, providing a comfortable resting place for your head during your journeys. The plush material enhances your overall driving experience by offering a luxurious touch and feel.
- Adjustable Tilt: Some models of the ES350 offer an adjustable tilt feature for the head restraints. This allows you to customize the angle of the head restraint, catering to your individual seating preferences and providing added comfort.
- Integrated Active Headrests: The ES350 may be equipped with active headrests that automatically adjust their position in the event of a rear-end collision. This innovative safety feature helps to minimize the risk of whiplash injuries by supporting and protecting the head and neck.
- Matching Design: The head restraints are designed to seamlessly integrate with the overall interior aesthetics of the ES350. They blend harmoniously with the seats, creating a cohesive and visually appealing cabin environment.
- Occupant Safety: The head restraints in the ES350 are not only designed to protect the driver but also the passengers. Each seating position in the vehicle is equipped with a head restraint to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone on board.
Head Restraints
Head restraints are provided for all seats.
WARNING
Head Restraint Precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
- Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
- Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure they are locked in position. - Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
Vertical Adjustment
- Up
Pull the head restraints up. - Down
Push the head restraint down while pressing the lock release button A .
Adjusting the Height of the Head Restraints (Front Seats)
Make sure that the head restraints are adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears.
Horizontal Adjustment (If Equipped)
The position of the head restraint can be adjusted forward in 4 stages.
If the head restraint is pulled forward from the foremost position, it will return to the rearmost position.
Removing the Head Restraints
Pull the head restraint up while pressing the lock release button A .
Front seats: If the head restraint touches the ceiling, making the removal difficult, change the seat height or angle. (P.110)
Installing the head restraints
Align the head restraint with the installation holes and push it down to the lock position.
Press and hold the lock release button
A when lowering the head restraint.
FAQs
- What are head restraints?
Head restraints, also referred to as headrests, are movable cushions that are placed at the top of the seats to support and shield the heads of the occupants. - Are the head restraints adjustable in the Lexus ES350 2023?
The Lexus ES350 2023 has adjustable head restraints for the best possible fit and security. - How do I adjust the head restraints in the ES350?
Simply pull up or push down on the head restraints while holding the release button on the side to adjust them. - Can I remove the head restraints in the ES350?
If necessary, you can remove the head restraints. To do this, pull up on the head restraint while pressing and holding the release button. - Are the head restraints in the ES350 compatible with child safety seats?
The head restraints can be used with child safety seats, yes. They offer younger passengers added security and assistance. - Are the head restraints in the ES350 crash-tested?
The ES350’s head restraints do go through rigorous crash tests to make sure they offer the best protection possible in the event of a collision. - Can I adjust the angle of the head restraints?
The ES350’s head restraints can be raised or lowered, but not their angle. They are made to keep the head and neck supported in the ideal position. - Are the head restraints in the ES350 cushioned for comfort?
Yes, there is cushioning in the head restraints for extra comfort during long drives. - Do the head restraints in the ES350 have integrated speakers or entertainment features?
No, the ES350’s head restraints lack built-in speakers or other entertainment features. - Are the head restraints in the ES350 compatible with headphones or personal audio devices?
Even though the head restraints are not designed to work with headphones or other personal audio devices, you can still use separate accessories for these purposes. - Can I customize the upholstery or color of the head restraints?
The ES350’s head restraints are pre-upholstered to match the interior of the car and cannot be changed separately. - Are the head restraints designed for optimal visibility?
The ES350’s head restraints are made to give proper head and neck support without obstructing the driver’s or passenger’s vision. - Are the head restraints in the ES350 designed to reduce whiplash injuries?
Yes, whiplash injuries in the event of a rear-end collision are reduced thanks to the head restraints’ safety-focused design. - Can I retrofit older Lexus models with the head restraints from the ES350 2023?
Since head restraints are custom-made for each vehicle’s seat structure and safety requirements, it is not advised to retrofit them from one vehicle model to another. - Are the head restraints covered under warranty?
The warranty for the car usually includes coverage for the head restraints. For complete information, it is always advisable to refer to the particular terms and conditions of your warranty.
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