Kia EV9 2023 Owner's Manual page 125

Vehicle safety controls
WARNING
Pregnant women must never place the lap portion of the safety belt over the area of the
abdomen where the fetus in located or above the abdomen where the belt could crush the
fetus during an impact.
Injured person
A seat belt should be used when an injured person is being transported. When this is nec-
essary, you should consult a physician for recommendations.
One person per belt
Two people (including children) should never attempt to use a single seat belt. This could
worsen the injuries in the event of an accident.
Do not lie down
To reduce the chance of injuries in the event of an accident and to achieve maximum
effectiveness of the restraint system, all passengers should be sitting up and the front
seats should be in an upright position when the car is moving. A seat belt cannot provide
proper protection if the person is lying down in the rear seat or if the front seat is in a
reclined position.
WARNING
Riding with a reclined seatback increases your chance of serious or fatal injuries in the
event of a collision or sudden stop. The protection of your restraint system (seat belts and
air bags) is greatly reduced by reclining your seat. Seat belts must be snug against your
hips and chest to work properly. The more the seatback is reclined, the greater the chance
that an occupant's hips will slide under the lap belt causing serious internal injuries or the
occupant's neck could strike the shoulder belt. Drivers and passengers should always sit
well back in their seats, properly belted, and with the seatbacks upright.
Periodic inspection
It is recommended that all seat belts be inspected periodically for wear or damage of any
kind. Any damaged parts should be replaced as soon as possible.
Keep belts 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 since they may damage
and weaken the fabric.
When to replace seat belts
The entire in-use seat belt assembly or assemblies should be replaced if the vehicle has
been involved in an accident. This should be done even if no damage is visible. In such
case, have the system replaced by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to consult
an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Seat belts
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