When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (2.5 L non-turbo models)

CAUTION
Do not contact the belt cover while checking the components in the engine compartment. Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the belt cover and result in an unexpected injury.
See also:
Unfastening the rear center seatbelt
Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left-hand side)
to unfasten the seatbelt.
1. Insert a key or other hard pointed object into the slot in the connector (buckle)
...
Clutch pedal (MT models)
Check the clutch pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the maintenance
schedule in the “Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet”. ...
Air inlet selection button
Select airflow by pressing the air inlet selection button “”.
ON position (recirculation): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Press the air inlet selection button to the ON position ...
