Volvo 240 Owner's Manual page 35

Volvo 1990 240 Model
Two lights will be illuminated for 4-8 seconds after the starting (ignition) key is turned to driving
position. One light is located in the instrument cluster and one in the console between the front seats.
A chime will sound at the same time if the driver has not fastened his seat belt. The front and rear
outboard seats are provided with self-retracting inertia-reel belts.
To buckle:
Pull the belt out from the retractor far enough to insert the latch plate into the buckle until a distinct
snapping sound is heard. The belt should not be twisted or turned.
Note: The lap belt should sit low and tight under
abdomen.
To unfasten, depress red push-button in buckle and let the belts rewind into their retractors.
Before exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide
the belt back into its retractor slot.
The seat belt retractors are normally "unlocked",. The retractors will lock up as follows:
if belt is pulled out rapidly
during braking and acceleration
if the vehicle is leaning excessively
when driving in turns
Check seat belt mechanism function as follows:
1. Attach the seat belt. Pull rapidly on the strap.
2.
WARNING! Check other traffic before performing this
check.
Brake firmly from approximately 30 mph (50 km/h) or turn in a tight circle while pulling on the belt.
In all the above checks you should not be able to pull the belt out.
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