Maserati GranTurismo 2024 Owner's Manual page 27

WARNING!
• Do not bring sharp edges in contact
with a seat belt. This could reduce
their initial strength and cause them to
tear in the event of a crash.
• If a seat belt has been brought in
contact with a sharp edge, or there is a
hole on it, have it immediately replaced
by our Authorized Maserati Dealer.
• A belt that is latched into the wrong
buckle will not protect you properly.
The lap portion of the belt could
ride too high on your body, possibly
causing internal injuries. Always
latch your belt into the corresponding
buckle.
•
A seat belt that is too loose will not
protect you properly. In a sudden
stop, you could move too far forward,
increasing the possibility of injury.
Wear your seat belt snugly.
•
A belt that is worn under your arm is
dangerous. Your body could strike the
inside surfaces of the vehicle in an
accident, increasing head and neck
injury. A belt worn under the arm can
also cause internal injuries.
• Position the lap belt so that it is snug
and lies low across your hips, below
your abdomen. To fasten the lap belt
pull slightly up the diagonal portion of
the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt
if too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull
on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces
the risk of sliding under the belt in an
accident.
WARNING!
• A lap belt worn too high can increase
the risk of internal injury in an
accident. The belt forces won't impact
on the strong hip and pelvic bones, but
across your abdomen. Always wear
the lap belt as low as possible and
keep it comfortable.
• A twisted belt will not protect you
properly. In a collision, it could even
cut into you. Be sure the belt is
straight. If you can't straighten a belt
Understanding the Vehicle
in your vehicle, take it to an Authorized
Maserati Dealer immediately.
•
Do not use devices (clips, fastenings
etc.) that prevent the seat belts from
laying close to the occupants bodies.
• Do not carry children on a passenger's
lap.
• Position the shoulder belt on your
chest so that it is comfortable and not
resting on your neck. The retractor will
withdraw any slack in the belt.
• To release the belt, push the red
button on the buckle. The belt will
automatically retract to its stowed
position. If necessary, guide the
seat belt with your hand while it is
rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could break in
an accident and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays,
or loose parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately.
Do not disassemble or modify the
system. Seat belt/retractor assemblies
must be replaced by an Authorized
Maserati Dealer after an accident if they
have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
belt, etc.).
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