Releasing The Seat Belts; Emergency Belt Release - Honda 1990 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

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Make sure the strap of the shoulder belt and the lap belt are not
crossed.
Do not wear the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm or
out of position. Such use could increase the chance and amount
of injury in an accident.

Releasing the Seat Belts

1.To release the manual lap belt, push the "PRESS" button in the
buckle, the belt should retract automatically when released.
2.The driver's shoulder belt buckle will release and travel to its off
position when the key is removed from the ignition.
3.The shoulder belt buckle will also release and travel to its off
position when the door is opened.

Emergency Belt Release

The shoulder belt should always
remain buckled. In case of an
emergency, however, the shoulder
belt can be released from the
shoulder belt buckle by pushing the
button.
Relatch the shoulder belt before operating the car, making sure the
belt is not twisted.
Driving with a twisted seat belt can increase your chance and
extent of injury during a collision. Be sure the shoulder belt is not
twisted before driving the car.
Push
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