Operating conditions

• When the vehicle is POWER ON or DRIVE READY, the warning light will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds. Afterwards, regardless of passenger occupancy, if the seat belt is not fastened, the warning light will stay illuminated for approximately 70 seconds.

• If the seat belt is unfastened while driving after it has been initially fastened, and the vehicle’s speed is below approximately 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning light will remain illuminated for approximately 70 seconds. If the vehicle’s speed is above approximately 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning light (flashing) and warning sound will operate for approximately 35 seconds.

• Unbuckling the seatbelt before the vehicle comes to a complete stop will cause an alarm to sound and the seatbelt reminder light to blink. This warning may continue for up to 35 seconds after you exit the vehicle. Always unbuckle your seatbelt only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

• When the rear door is opened or closed, and the vehicle speed is under 10 km/h (6 mph)

  • Seat belt warning light and the seat belt warning chime will not work even if the vehicle speed is over approximately 20 km/h (12 mph).