2002 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 40

J Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) Each passenger's seatbelt has an Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR). The Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor normally functions as an Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR). The A/ELR has an additional locking mode "Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode" intended to secure a child restraint system. When the seatbelt is once drawn out completely and is then retracted even slightly, the retractor locks the seatbelt in that position and the seatbelt cannot be extended. As the belt is rewinding, clicks will be heard which indicate the retractor functions as ALR. When the seatbelt is retracted fully, ALR mode is released. When securing a child restraint system on the passengers' seats, the seatbelt must be changed over to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode. When the child restraint system is removed, make sure that the retractor operates as an Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR). For instructions on how to convert the retractor to the ALR mode and restore it to the ELR mode, see the "Child restraint systems" section in this chapter. J Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver's seat, as required by current safety standards. This device causes the seatbelt warning light on the instrument panel to light up for about six seconds when the ignition switch is turned to "ON" to remind the driver to wear the seatbelt. If the driver's seatbelt is not fastened, a warning chime sounds at the same time. 1-12