Hyundai Accent 2001 Owner's Manual page 19

WARNING:
Sitting in a reclined position or lying down
when your vehicle is in motion can be dan-
gerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety
belts can't do their job when you're reclined.
The shoulder belt can't do its job because it
won't be against your body.
Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash
you could go into it with great force, receiv-
ing serious neck or other injuries.
The lap belt can't do its job either. In a crash
the belt could go up over your abdomen.
The belt forces would be there, not at your
pelvic bones.
This could cause serious internal injuries.
For proper protection when the vehicle is in
motion, have the seatback upright.
Then sit back in the seat and wear your
safety belt properly. See Page 1-12.
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CARE OF SEAT BELTS
Seat belt systems should never be disassem-
bled or modified. In addition, care should be
taken to assure that seat belts and belt hard-
ware are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or
other abuse.
WARNING:
When you return the rear seatback to its
upright position after the rear seatback was
folded down, be careful not to damage the
seat belt webbing or buckle. Be sure that the
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
webbing or buckle does not get caught or
pinched in the rear seat.
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Periodic Inspection
It is recommended that all seat belts be inspected
periodically for wear or damage of any kind.
Parts of the system that are damaged should be
replaced as soon as possible.
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Keep Belts Clean and Dry
Seat belts should be kept clean and dry. If belts
become dirty, they can be cleaned by using a
mild soap solution and warm water. Bleach, dye,
strong detergents or abrasives should not be
used because they may damage and weaken the
fabric.
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When to Replace Seat Belts
Entire in-use seat belt assembly or assemblies
should be replaced if the vehicle has been in-
volved in an accident. This should be done even
if no damage is visible. Additional questions
concerning seat belt operation should be direct-
ed to your Hyundai Dealer.
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HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEAT
SHOULDER BELT (If installed) SHOULDER BELT (If installed)
SHOULDER BELT (If installed) SHOULDER BELT (If installed) SHOULDER BELT (If installed)
You can adjust the height of the shoulder belt
anchor to one of the 4 positions.
If the height of the adjusting seat belt is too near
your neck, you will not be getting the most
effective protection. The shoulder portion should
be adjusted so that it lies across your chest and
midway over your shoulder nearest the door
and not your neck.
To adjust the height of the seat belt anchor,
lower or raise the height adjuster into an appro-
priate position when the height adjuster button
is pushed.
Release the button to lock the anchor into
position. Try sliding the release button to make
sure that it has locked into the position.
WARNING:
o The height adjuster must be in the locked
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