Fastening Front and Rear Lap/Shoulder Safety Belts

Lap Portion
After entering the vehicle, adjust the front seat to obtain the best position for driving comfort, access to controls and visibility. Then, use the following procedure for fastening belts.

Pull the lap/shoulder safety belt from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses the shoulder and chest. Then, insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until a snap is heard and a latch is felt.

Shoulder Portion
The shoulder restraint portion of the belt adjusts automatically to a snug position.

WARNING: DO NOT INTRODUCE SLACK INTO THE SAFETY BELT SYSTEM BECAUSE THE BELT LOCKS UPON IMPACT WHERE IT IS POSITIONED. USE THE SHOULDER SAFETY BELT ON THE OUTSIDE SHOULDER ONLY. NEVER WEAR THE SHOULDER BELT UNDER THE ARM. NEVER SWING IT AROUND THE NECK OVER THE INSIDE SHOULDER. NEVER USE A SINGLE BELT FOR MORE THAN ONE PERSON. ENSURE THE LAP PORTION OF THE BELT IS FITTED SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE AROUND THE HIPS, NOT ON THE WAIST. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD INCREASE THE CHANCE AND/OR SEVERITY OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.

After unbuckling the belt it is recommended that care is taken during retraction to prevent it from striking other passengers, hitting trim panels or painted door opening surfaces.