2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 30
2008 Mazda RX-8 Manual
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Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems NOTE 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 extender might get damaged as it will not retract with the rest of the seat belt and can easily fall out of the door when not in use and be damaged. In addition, the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly. Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 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 sound are activated. The driver's seat belt is fastened before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Result The warning light flashes 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. qBelt Minder NOTE The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder. 2-18