2005 Subaru Baja Owner's Manual - Page 39

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags place and make sure that they are securely locked. Make sure that the rear seatbelt buckles are not under the seat cushion or seatback, when returning the seat cushion and the seatback to their original position. Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips Confirm that the rear seatbelts are stored in the seatbelt pocket prior to returning the seat cushion to its original position. All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident. All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint. Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing injury. Each seatbelt is designed to support only one person. Never use a single belt for two or more persons - even children. Otherwise, in an accident, serious injury or death could result. Replace all seatbelt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been in a serious accident. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious. Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, espe- 1-14