2004 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 32

Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light/ Beep WARNING Using an Extender That is Too Long: Using an extender that is too long is dangerous. The seat belt will not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured. Don't use the extender or choose one shorter in length if the distance between the extender's buckle and the center of the user's body is less than 15cm (6 in). NOTE The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Conditions of operation Condition The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The driver's seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep are activated. The driver's seat belt is fastened before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Result The warning light illuminates for about 1 minute and a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops. The warning light will not illuminate and the beep sound will not be heard. When not in use, remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle. If the seat belt extender is left connected, the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly. 2-19