Kia Optima 2004 Owner's Manual page 52

PROPER USE AND CARE OF
THE SAFETY BELT SYSTEM
To ensure that the safety belts provide
the maximum protection, please follow
these instructions:
• Use the belts at all times - even on
short trips.
• If the safety belt is twisted, straighten
it prior to use.
• Keep sharp edges and damaging
objects away from the belts.
• Periodically inspect belt webbing,
anchors, buckles and all other parts
for signs of wear and damage.
Replace damaged, excessively worn
or questionable parts immediately.
• To clean the belt webbing, use any
mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets.
Follow the instructions provided with
the soap.
• Do not bleach or dye the webbing
because this may weaken the
webbing fibers and allow them to fail
when loaded in a collision.
• Do not make modifications or
additions to the safety belt.
• After wearing a safety belt, make
sure it fully retracts to the stowed
position. Do not allow the belt to get
caught in the door when you close it.
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