more than one inch (2.5 cm) of slack between
your chest and the shoulder harness. More slack
can significantly reduce the seat belt’s effective-
ness in an accident or a sudden stop. While
holding the belt slack, press the Komfort Latch
lever up, clamping the seat belt webbing
(
Fig. 7.9 and Fig. 7.10).
4.
To unbuckle the three-point seat belt, push the
button on the buckle as shown in Fig. 7.11.Ifthe
Komfort Latch was used, release it by giving the
shoulder belt a quick tug. If you lean forward
against the shoulder belt, the Komfort Latch will
automatically release, and will need to be reset.
NOTE: The Komfort Latch does not have to be
released in an emergency situation. The Kom-
fort Latch will release by itself under rough road
or other abnormal conditions. Make sure the
three-point seat belt is completely retracted
when it is not in use.
Three-Point Seat Belt
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Komfort
Latch, see the seat belt operation under the
heading "Three-Point Seat Belt With Komfort
Latch."
WARNING
Wear three-point seat belts only as described
below. Three-point seat belts are designed to be
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ABC
A. Correct—Belt is centered on your shoulder and
chest, away from your face and neck.
B. Wrong—Belt must not rub against face or neck.
C. Wrong—Belt must not hang off shoulder.
Fig. 7.8, Proper Shoulder Strap Fit
A
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A. 1 Inch (2.5 cm) Maximum
Fig. 7.9, Adjusting Shoulder Harness Clearance
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Fig. 7.10, Locking Komfort Latch
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Fig. 7.11, Releasing the Three-Point Seat Belt
Seats and Restraints
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