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For instructions on how to install the child restraint system using a seatbelt , refer to “ Installing Child Restraint Systems with ALR / ELR Seatbelt ” FP66 .
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 .
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& Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime s01ae04
Refer to “ Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime ” FP183 .
& Fastening the Seatbelt
WARNING
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. 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
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well back and upright in the seat . To reduce the risk of sliding under the seatbelt in a collision , the front seatbacks should be always used in the upright position while the vehicle is running . If the front seatbacks are not used in the upright position in a collision , the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase , and both can result in serious internal injury or death .
. Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions . If you do so , the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase , and both can result in serious internal injury or death .
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WARNING
Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back . If an accident occurs , this can increase the risk or severity of injury .
CAUTION
Metallic parts of the seatbelt can become very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather ; they could burn an occupant . Do not touch such hot parts until they cool .
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