109Safety systemsPicture no: 17106t.tifUsing the beltsFitting seat beltsPull the belt out of the retractor and guideit across the body, making certain that it isnot twisted.Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Thefront seat backrest must not be tilted backtoo far or the seat belt will not operateproperly. The recommended angle ofinclination is 25°. Make sure that the lapbelt is not twisted and that it fits snuglyacross the body. Tension the beltfrequently while driving by tugging thediagonal part of the belt.Picture no: 17107t.tifBulky clothing prevents the belt from fittingproperly. The belt must not rest againsthard or fragile objects in the pockets ofyour clothing (e.g. ballpoint pens, keys,spectacles) because these could causeinjury. Do not place any objects (e.g.handbags, mobile phones) between thebelt and your body.Picture no: 17618j.tifHeight adjustmentof seat belt upper anchorage point:1. Pull belt out slightly.2. Front seat beltsPush button down or slide belt guide up.Rear seat beltsPush belt guide and slide it upwards ordownwards.3. Set desired height.4. Allow belt guide to audibly engage.Do not adjust height while driving.69 WarningOn pregnant women in particular, the lapbelt must be positioned as low aspossible across the pelvis so as not to puttoo much pressure on the abdomen.
