22 Seat belts
Twisted seat belt
If it is difficult to remove the seat belt from the guide, the seat belt may
have become twisted inside the side trim after being wound too quickly on
unfastening:
●Pull out the seat belt completely, carefully pulling on the latch plate.
●Untwist the belt and guide it back, assisting it by hand.
The seat belt must be fastened even if it is impossible to untwist it. In this
case, the twisted area must not be in an area in direct contact with your
body. Have the seat belt untwisted urgently by a specialised workshop.
WARNING
An improperly handled seat belt increases the risk of sustaining severe
or fatal injuries.
●Regularly check that the seat belts and their components are in per-
fect condition.
●Always keep your seat belt clean.
●Do not jam or damage the seat belt or rub it with sharp edges.
●Make sure there are no liquids or foreign bodies on the latch plate
and in the buckle.
Fastening or unfastening a seat belt with one buckle
Fig. 10 Insert the latch
plate into the buckle
Fig. 11 Release the latch
plate from the buckle
Properly worn seat belts hold the vehicle occupants in the position that
most protects them in the event of an accident or sudden braking ⇒ .
