WARNING: Ensure that the seat belt is positioned
correctly and that the shoulder anchor is locked into
position before driving. Riding in a moving vehicle with
the seat belt positioned incorrectly or with the
shoulder anchor not locked into position can reduce
the effectiveness of the seat belt in a collision.
To Release a Seat Belt
Hold the seat belt near the buckle to prevent the seat belt
from retracting too quickly, then press the button on the
buckle. the seat belt retracts automatically. Ensure there is no
obstruction that prevents the seat belt from fully retracting.
the seat belt should not hang loose. If a seat belt does not
fully retract, schedule a Service appointment.
Wearing Seat Belts When Pregnant
Do not put the lap or shoulder sections of the seat belt over
the abdominal area. Wear the lap section of the seat belt as
low as possible across the hips, not the waist. Position the
shoulder portion of the seat belt between the breasts and to
the side of the abdomen. Consult your doctor for specific
guidance.
WARNING: If the seat belt is uncomfortable, adjust the
seating position instead of wearing the seat belt
incorrectly.
WARNING: Never place anything between you and the
seat belt to cushion the impact in the event of a
collision.
Seat Belt Pre-tensioners
The front seat belts are equipped with pre‑tensioners that
work in conjunction with the airbags in a collision. The
pre‑tensioners automatically retract both the seat belt lower
anchor and the upper shoulder webbing, reducing slack in
both the lap and diagonal portions of the seat belts, resulting
in reduced forward movement of the occupant.
If the pre-tensioners and airbags did not activate in an
impact, this does not mean they malfunctioned. It usually
means that the strength or type of force needed to activate
them was not present.
The second row outboard seats are equipped with shoulder
pre-tensioners to retract the seat belt webbing to reduce
forward movement of the occupant.
WARNING: Do not bend, sit on, or interfere with a pre-
tensioner assembly. Doing so can cause damage that
interferes with the proper functionality of the seat belt
system.
WARNING: Once the seat belt pre-tensioners have
been activated, they must be replaced. After any
collision, have the airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners
and any associated components checked and, if
necessary, replaced.
Testing Seat Belts
To confirm that seat belts are operating correctly, perform
these checks on each seat belt:
1.
With the seat belt fastened, give the webbing nearest the
buckle a quick and forceful pull. The buckle should remain
securely locked.
Seat Belts
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