2002 Mazda 626 Owner's Manual - Page 23

J94S.book Page 15 Saturday, June 23, 2001 1:04 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 4. Make sure the shoulder belt is snugly fitted against your body. M Unfastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Insert a small object in the anchor buckle (B) slot, such as a key. WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt: The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible. (B) M Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle. CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left seatback. Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat belt, buckle and seatback. M Fastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Grasp tongue (A) and insert it into the anchor buckle (B) until you hear a click. It is now secure for passenger use. NOTE After returning the rear-left seatback to its upright position, fasten the lap portion of the belt. 2-15 Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G