1997 Ford Probe Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101

RWARNING Cargo should always be secured to prevent it from shifting and causing damage to the vehicle or harm to passengers. RWARNING Do not remove the floor carpet in your vehicle. Emission controls cause high exhaust temperatures under the floor. NOTE: When returning the folding seats to the upright position, remember to return rear shoulder belts to their proper position. NOTE: Your vehicle has stowage hooks on the lower rear side trim panel on which to hook the safety belts when not in use. Simply hook the tongue slot over the stowage hook. Important Safety Belt Information The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in case of a collision. In most states and in Canada, the law requires their use. Safety belts provide best restraint when: u the seatback is upright u the occupant is sitting upright (not slouched) u the lap belt is snug and low on the hips u the shoulder belt is snug against the chest u the knees are straight forward 98