Seat Belt With Komfort Latch or Sliding Komfort Latch
Note: For vehicles not equipped with the Komfort Latch or the Sliding Komfort Latch, see the seat belt operation under the heading Three-Point Seat Belt .
Warning: Wear three-point seat belts only as described below. Three-point seat belts are designed to be worn by one person at a time. In case of an accident or sudden stop, personal injury or death could result from misuse.
Fasten the seat belts before driving. Fastening a three-point seat belt while driving creates a hazard.
When engaged and used properly, the Komfort Latch ( see Fig.) and the Sliding Komfort Latch ( see Fig.) introduce a small amount of slack into the seat belt, resulting in a more comfortable ride.
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Disengaged
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Engaged
Fig. 1, Komfort Latch
Fig. 2, Sliding Komfort Latch
- Slowly pull the link end of the three-point seat belt out of the retractor and pull it across your lap (from outboard to inboard) far enough to engage the buckle. If the retractor locks too soon, allow the belt to retract slightly, then slowly pull it out again.
- Fasten the seat belt by pushing the latch into the buckle.
Listen for an audible click. See Fig..
Fig. 3, Fastening the Three-Point Belt
- Tug on the seat belt to make sure it is securely fastened. If the buckle unlatches, repeat this step. If the problem continues, replace the seat belt.
- Snug the seat belt to your waist.
- Position the shoulder strap diagonally across your chest
with the adjustable D-loop bracket (if equipped). The shoulder strap
must be centered on your shoulder and chest, away from your face and
neck. See Fig.. If
desired, engage the Komfort Latch or Sliding Komfort Latch as follows.
If equipped with a Sliding Komfort Latch, make sure that the shoulder strap is snug against your chest. Without loosening the shoulder strap, push the Sliding Komfort Latch switch to the "ON" position. See Fig.. To activate the latch lean forward until you hear a click. This will allow for approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) of slack between your chest and the shoulder harness. Once engaged, the latch will allow you to lean forward about 5 inches (13 cm) without having to reset the latch. Leaning forward more than 5 inches (13 cm) will disengage the Sliding Komfort Latch, requiring it to be reset.If equipped with a Komfort Latch, pull on the shoulder strap to lessen the pressure of the strap on your shoulder and chest. Allow no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of slack between your chest and the shoulder harness. More slack can significantly reduce the seat belt effectiveness in an accident or a sudden stop. While holding the belt slack, press the Komfort Latch lever up, clamping the seat belt webbing (see Fig. and see Fig.).
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Correct—Belt is centered on your shoulder and chest, away from your face and neck.
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Wrong—Belt must not rub against face or neck.
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Wrong—Belt must not hang off shoulder.
Fig. 4, Proper Shoulder Strap Fit
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1 Inch (2.5 cm) Maximum
Fig. 5, Adjusting Shoulder Harness Clearance, Komfort Latch
Fig. 6, Locking the Komfort Latch
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- Unbuckle the seat belt and release the Komfort Latch or
the Sliding Komfort Latch as follows.If equipped with a Sliding Komfort Latch, unbuckle the seat belt (see Fig.), then tug on the shoulder belt to release the Sliding Komfort Latch, or press the Sliding Komfort latch to the "OFF" position, then unbuckle the seat belt.If equipped with a Komfort Latch, unbuckle the seat belt (see Fig.), then release the Komfort Latch by giving the shoulder belt a quick tug. If you lean forward against the shoulder belt, the Komfort Latch will automatically release, and will need to be reset.
Note: Neither the Komfort Latch nor the Sliding Komfort Latch need to be manually released in an emergency situation. Each will release by itself under rough road or other abnormal conditions. Make sure the seat belt is completely retracted when it is not in use.
Fig. 7, Releasing the Three-Point Seat Belt
Warning: Before activating a Komfort Latch, make sure the amount of slack in the shoulder strap is set as described below. Excess slack in the shoulder strap reduces the effectiveness of the seat belt, and increases the risk of injury or death in an accident.