2010 Jeep Patriot Owner's Manual - Page 48

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 9. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. Insert the mini-latch plate into the slot provided in the trim panel. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. 10. To disengage the mini-latch from the mini-buckle for The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the storage, insert the regular latch plate into the black latch plate. button on the top of the mini-buckle. The belt will 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, folded webbing. Detaching Mini-Latch And Buckle 2