Fig. 1.161. Adjusting the height of the seat belt fastening
The height of the front seat belt can be adjusted to one of 4 positions (Fig. 1.161).
If the seat belt anchorage is too close to the neck, the belt will not provide maximum protection. The shoulder portion of the belt should be adjusted so that it passes across the chest and in the middle of the shoulder closest to the door, not the neck.
To adjust the height of the belt anchor, press the seat belt height locking button and move the belt anchor down or up to the desired position that provides firm contact between the belt and your shoulder. To lock the belt anchor, release the locking button. Try moving the seat belt anchor down or up to make sure it locks securely in that position.
Fastening your seat belt
Fig. 1.162. Fastening the seat belt
To fasten the seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the belt bar (latch tongue) into the buckle until it clicks (Fig. 1.162). The seat belt automatically selects the required length only after the lap belt has been manually adjusted so that it fits snugly around the hips. Make sure that the belt is properly fastened and not twisted.
Adjusting the seat belt
Fig. 1.163. Adjusting the seat belt
Never wear the lap belt across the abdomen (Fig. 1.163). In the event of an accident, the belt may cut sharply into the abdomen and increase the risk of injury. When the belt is positioned too high, there is an increased risk of slipping out from under the belt in the event of an accident or sudden braking. This may result in death or serious injury.
Both hands should not be under or over the belt at the same time. Never place the seat belt under the hand closest to the door.
Unfastening the seat belt
Fig. 1.164. Unfastening the seat belt
To unfasten the seat belt, grasp the bar (latch tongue) and press the button on the belt buckle (Fig. 1.164). When the belt is unfastened, it automatically retracts back into the retractor mechanism.
If this does not happen, check the belt for twists and try again.