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5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is
KNOWING
comfortable and not resting on your neck. The
YOUR
retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
VEHICLE
6. To release the belt, push the red button on the
buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its
SAFETY
stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate
down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
STARTING
AND
DRIVING
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a
collision and leave you with no protec-
WARNING
LIGHTS
tion. Inspect the belt system periodically, check-
AND
ing for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts
MESSAGES
must be replaced immediately. Do not disas-
semble or modify the system. Seat belt assem-
IN AN
blies must be replaced after a collision if they
EMERGENCY
have been damaged (bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.).
SERVICING
AND
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
CARE
In the driver's seat and front passenger's seat, the
shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to
TECHNICAL
position the belt away from your neck. Push and fully
SPECIFICATIONS
depress the button above the webbing to release the
anchorage, then move it up or down to the position
that fits you best. (fig. 120)
CONTENTS
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WARNING!
As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will
prefer a lower position and if you are taller than
average you will prefer a higher position. When you
release the anchorage try to move it up and down to
make sure that it is locked in position.
In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to
position the belt away from your neck.
LAP/SHOULDER BELT UNTWISTING
PROCEDURE
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted
lap/shoulder belt.
1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the
anchor point.
(fig. 120)
Adjusting Upper Shoulder Belt
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