Fig. 34 Inserting the seat belt latch plate into the buckle.
Fig. 35 Removing the latch plate from the buckle.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
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Introduction
If worn properly, seat belts hold the vehicle occupants in the correct sitting position during an
accident or braking manoeuvre, providing maximum protection
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In vehicles with a proactive occupant protection system, the driver and front passenger seat belts
are automatically tensioned in certain situations
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Proactive occupant protection system .
In addition, belt slack can be minimised.
Fastening seat belts
Fasten seat belts before every trip.
Adjust the front seat and head restraint correctly
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Sitting position .
Engage the rear seat backrest in an upright position
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Take hold of the belt and pull it evenly across your chest and pelvis. Do not twist the belt in the
process
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Insert the latch plate securely into the buckle belonging to the occupied seat
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Fig. 34 .
Pull on the seat belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely locked in the buckle.
Unfastening seat belts
Unfasten seat belts only when the vehicle is stationary
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Press the red button in the buckle
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Fig. 35 . The latch plate is released and springs out.
