SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 55
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The ALR mode functions as follows.
When the seatbelt is once drawn out completely and is then retracted even slightly, the retractor locks the seatbelt in that position and the seatbelt cannot be extended. As the belt is rewinding, clicks will be heard which indicate the retractor functions as an ALR. When the seatbelt is retracted fully, the ALR mode is canceled and the ELR mode is restored.
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Expectant mothers also need to use the seatbelts. They should consult their doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips, not over the waist.
EMERGENCY LOCKING RE- TRACTOR( ELR) s01ae02
The driver’ s seatbelt has an Emergency Locking Retractor( ELR).
The emergency locking retractor allows normal body movement but the retractor locks automatically during a sudden stop, impact or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
AUTOMATIC LOCKING RE- TRACTOR / EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR( ALR / ELR) s01ae03
Each passenger’ s seatbelt has an Automatic Locking Retractor / Emergency Locking Retractor( ALR / ELR). The Automatic Locking Retractor / Emergency Locking Retractor normally functions as an Emergency Locking Retractor( ELR). The ALR / ELR has an additional locking mode,“ Automatic Locking Retractor( ALR) mode”, intended to secure a child restraint system.
When securing a child restraint system on the rear seats by using a seatbelt, the seatbelt must be changed over to the Automatic Locking Retractor( ALR) mode. For instructions on how to install the child restraint system using a seatbelt, refer to“ Installing Child Restraint Systems with ALR / ELR Seatbelt” FP73.
When the child restraint system is removed, make sure that the retractor is restored to the Emergency Locking Retractor( ELR) mode by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully.
SEATBELT WARNING LIGHT AND CHIME s01ae04
Refer to“ Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime” FP176.
FASTENING THE SEATBELT s01ae06
WARNING
. Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase the risk or severity of injury.
. Keep the lap belt as low as possible on your hips. In a collision, this spreads the force of the lap belt over stronger hip bones instead of across the weaker abdomen.
. Seatbelts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat. To reduce the risk of sliding under the seatbelt in a collision, the front
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