2015 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual - Page 55

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision. buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch Positioning The Lap Belt plate. 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt. the latch plate. 2