1999 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 74

Seat, seat belt and SRS AIRBAG J Fastening the seat belt CAUTION Metallic parts of the seat belt can become very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn an occupant. Do not touch such hot parts. Take up slack Too high OM-H0043 Keep as low on hip bone as possible OM-H0044 1. Adjust the seat position: Driver's seat: Move the seat back as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and adjust the seatback to the upright position. Front passenger's seat: Move the seat as far back as possible and adjust the seatback to the upright position. Rear seats: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. 2. Sit well back in the seat. 3. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly. Do not let it get twisted. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly. If the belt still cannot be unlocked, let the belt retract slightly after giving a strong pull on it, then pull it out slowly again. 4. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click. For the driver's side seat belt, a seat belt warning device is provided; if the driver is not wearing the seat belt with the ignition in the "ON" position, the warning light on the instrument panel comes on and a warning chime also sounds to remind the driver to wear the seat belt. - CONTINUED - 2-15