2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 47

46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to Seat Belt Extender signify that you have successfully completed the If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt programming. extender. This extender should be used only if the BeltAlert௡ can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, NOTE: Although BeltAlert௡ has been deactivated, the remove the extender and store it. Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate WARNING! while the driver's seat belt remains unbuckled. Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front the force if there is a collision. passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver's front airbag is mounted in the