Fastening a Seat Belt
After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat:
1.Pull the seat belt out slowly.
2.Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is secure.
Make sure that the belt is not twisted or caught on anything.
Fastening a Seat Belt
No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as soon as possible.
Never insert any foreign objects into the buckle or retractor mechanism.
3.Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries.
4.If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body.
See also:
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor
The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller and shorter
occupants.
1.Move the anchor up and down while holding the release button.
2.Position the anchor so that the bel ...
Interior Convenience Items
Pull the handle to open the glove box. You
can lock the glove box with the master key or
the built-in key.
WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even ...
Safety of Larger Children
■Protecting Larger Children
The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit,
what kind
of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a chi ...