Subaru Solterra 2023-2026 Owner's Manual: Head restraints

In the Subaru Solterra, head restraints are installed on every seat and are engineered to provide crucial support for the head and neck, helping to reduce the risk of injury during sudden braking or collisions.

WARNING

■ Head restraint precautions

Always follow these safety recommendations when using head restraints in the Subaru Solterra.

Ignoring these guidelines may result in serious injury or fatal consequences.

• Use only the head restraints specifically designed for each seat in the Subaru Solterra.
• Ensure the head restraints are always adjusted to the correct height and position.
• After adjustment, press down firmly to confirm that the head restraint is securely locked.
• Never operate the Subaru Solterra without properly installed head restraints.

Vertical adjustment

■ Front seats

1. Up
   Raise the head restraint by pulling it upward.
2. Down
   Lower the head restraint by pressing the lock release button A while pushing downward.

■ Rear center seat

1. Up
   Pull the head restraint upward.
2. Down
   Press the release button A and push the head restraint downward.

■ Rear outer seats

The head restraints on the Subaru Solterra rear outer seats are fixed and cannot be adjusted.

■ Adjusting the height of the head restraints (front seats)

For maximum protection in the Subaru Solterra, adjust the head restraint so that its center aligns with the top of your ears.

■ Adjusting the rear center seat head restraint

When using the rear center seat in the Subaru Solterra, always raise the head restraint at least one step above its fully stowed position.

Removing the head restraints

■ Front seats

To remove a front head restraint in the Subaru Solterra, pull it upward while pressing the release button A.

If removal is restricted by contact with the roof, adjust the seat height or backrest angle to create additional clearance.

■ Rear center seat

Pull the head restraint upward while pressing the release button A to remove it.

■ Rear outer seats

1. Pull the seatback release lever A and fold the seatback down until the head restraint can be removed safely.

2. Press the release button B and pull the head restraint upward.

Installing the head restraints

■ Front seats

Align the head restraint posts with the mounting holes and push downward until it locks into position in the Subaru Solterra.

Hold the release button A while lowering the head restraint to adjust its height precisely.

■ Rear center seat

Insert the head restraint into the mounting points and press down until it clicks securely into place.

■ Rear outer seats

1. Fold the Subaru Solterra rear seatback down using lever A to access the mounting area.

2. Insert the head restraint and push it down firmly until it locks into position.