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SEAT BELT SYSTEMS
NEVER:
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Put the lap portion of a seat belt over any armrest.
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Wear a shoulder belt under your arm nearest the door.
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Use a belt for more than one person at a time.
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Wear the belts twisted or with a buckle release button facing
downward or inward.
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Let the belt system become damaged by the door or seat.
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Put anything into the opening where the seat belt passes through the
trim panel. (This may jam the retractor or damage the belt.)
Twisted Belt
Do not let the belt twist while it is rewinding: it may cause the
retractor to jam so it will not rewind further. If it is not fully rewound,
the belt cannot be pulled out. Should the belt jam, you may be able to
release it by working the belt in and out until the belt rewinds far
enough to unlock. However, if the belt remains jammed or other parts
of the restraint system do not work properly, have your dealer service
it.
CAUTION: To help reduce the risk of personal injury in collisions or
sudden maneuvers, use the seat belts following these instructions
on their proper use, maintenance, and use with child restraint
systems. This applies to pregnant women. Pregnant women should
use a lap-shoulder belt whenever possible; the lap portion should
continue to be worn low and snug throughout the pregnancy.
Children small enough for child restraints (as indicated on the
label of such restraints), including booster seats, should always be
transported in them.
Children who have outgrown child restraint systems should use
the vehicle’s seat belts.
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