Jeep Cherokee 2014 Owner's Manual page 36

Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle
WARNING!
• A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle
will not protect you properly. The lap portion
could ride too high on your body, possibly
causing internal injuries. Always buckle your
belt into the buckle nearest you.
• A 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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• A belt that is worn under your arm is
dangerous. Your body could strike the in-
side surfaces of the vehicle in a collision,
increasing head and neck injury. A belt
worn under the arm can cause internal
injuries. Ribs aren't as strong as shoulder
bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so
that your strongest bones will take the
force in a collision.
• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not
protect you from injury during a collision.
You are more likely to hit your head in a
collision if you do not wear your shoulder
belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant
to be used together.
4. Position the lap belt across your thighs,
below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap
belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To
loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch
plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt
reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a
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collision.
Removing Slack From Belt
WARNING!
• A lap belt worn too high can increase the
risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt
forces won't be at the strong hip and pelvic
bones, but across your abdomen. Always
wear the lap belt as low as possible and
keep it snug.
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