Buckling your seat belt
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To buckle your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the metal tab (1) into the buckle (2). There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks into the buckle.
The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after you manually adjust the lap belt portion so that it fits snugly around your hips. If you lean forward in a slow, easy motion, the belt will extend and let you move around. If there is a sudden stop or impact, however, the belt will lock into position. It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly.
Place the lap belt portion as low as possible with the lap belt part of the belt low and snug on the hips and the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. If the lap belt is located over the abdomen, it may increase the chance of injury in the event of a collision.
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The arm closest to the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt buckle should be over the belt, while the other arm should be under the belt, as shown in the illustration. Never wear the seat belt under the arm closest to the door.
If you are not able to pull out the seat belt from the retractor, firmly pull the belt out and release it. You will then be able to pull the belt out smoothly.

