Chrysler Voyager 2001 Operating Information Manual page 27

WARNING!
• A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle
will not protect you properly. The lap portion
could ride too high on your body, possibly
causing internal injuries. Always buckle your
belt into the buckle nearest you.
• A belt that is too loose will not protect you as
well. In a sudden stop you could move too far
forward, increasing the possibility of injury.
Wear your seat belt snugly.
• A belt that is worn under your arm is very
dangerous. Your body could strike the inside
surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increas-
ing head and neck injury. A belt worn under
the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs
aren't as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the
belt over your shoulder so that your strongest
bones will take the force in a collision.
• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not
protect you from injury during a collision. You
are more likely to hit your head in a collision
if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap
and shoulder belt are meant to be used
together.
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4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below
your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt
portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the
lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull
on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of
sliding under the belt in a collision.
The instrument cluster turns on the seat belt light
in the instrument cluster for 6 to 8 seconds when
the ignition switch is first turned on. If it detects
that the driver's seat belt is not buckled the light
will remain on until the driver's seat belt is buck-
led.
WARNING!
• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk
of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces
won't be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but
across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt
as low as possible and keep it snug.
• A twisted belt can't do its job as well. In a
collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the
belt is straight. If you can't straighten a belt in
your vehicle, take it to your dealer and have it
fixed.
5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that
it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The
retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
6. To release the belt, push the red button on the
buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its
stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate
down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.