Tesla MODEL 3 2020 Owner's Manual page 38

Seat Belts
If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not
activate in an impact, this does not mean they
malfunctioned. It usually means that the
strength or type of force needed to activate
them was not present.
WARNING: Once the seat belt pre-
tensioners have been activated, they
must be replaced. After any collision,
have the airbags, seat belt pre-
tensioners and any associated
components checked and, if
necessary, replaced.
Testing Seat Belts
To confirm that seat belts are operating
correctly, perform these three simple checks
on each seat belt.
1. With the seat belt fastened, give the
webbing nearest the buckle a quick pull.
The buckle should remain securely locked.
2. With the belt unfastened, unreel the
webbing to its limit. Check that unreeling is
free from snags, and visually check the
webbing for wear. Allow the webbing to
retract, checking that retraction is smooth
and complete.
3. With the webbing half unreeled, hold the
tongue plate and pull forward quickly. The
mechanism should lock automatically and
prevent further unreeling.
If a seat belt fails any of these tests, contact
Tesla immediately.
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For information about cleaning seat belts, see
Seat Belts on page 210.
Seat Belt Warnings
WARNING: Seat belts should be worn
by all occupants at all times, even if
driving for a very short distance.
Failure to do so increases the risk of
injury or death if a collision occurs.
WARNING: Secure small children in a
suitable child safety seat as described
in the Child Safety Seat topic. Always
follow the child safety seat
manufacturer's instructions when
installing.
WARNING: Ensure that all seat belts
are worn correctly. An improperly
worn seat belt increases the risk of
injury or death if a collision occurs.
WARNING: Do not wear seat belts
over hard, fragile or sharp items in
clothing, such as pens, keys,
eyeglasses, etc. The pressure from the
seat belt on such items can cause
injury.
WARNING: Seat belts should not be
worn with any part of the strap
twisted.
WARNING: Each seat belt assembly
must be used by one occupant only. It
is dangerous to put a seat belt around
a child being carried on an occupant's
lap.
WARNING: Seat belts that have been
worn in a collision must be inspected
or replaced by Tesla, even if damage
to the assembly is not obvious.
WARNING: Seat belts that show signs
of wear (such as fraying), or have
been cut or damaged in any way, must
be replaced by Tesla.
WARNING: Avoid contaminating a
seat belt's components with any
chemicals, liquids, grit, dirt or cleaning
products. If a seat belt fails to retract
or latch into the buckle, it must be
replaced immediately. Contact Tesla.
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