2007 Infiniti FX35 Owner's Manual - Page 28

The Emergency Locking Rectractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation. When the ALR is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt returns to the ELR mode after the seat belt fully retracts. For additional information, see "Child restraints" later in this section. The ALR should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passenger, the ALR mode should not be activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension. It can also change the operation of the front passenger air bag. See "Front passenger air bag and status light" later in this section. To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows: grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about belt operation, see an INFINITI dealer. SSS0326 Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract. WARNING When fastening the seat belts, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop. Checking seat belt operation Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement using two separate methods: when the belt is pulled quickly from the retractor. when the vehicle slows down rapidly. 1-14 Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system