Volvo 1992 240 - Manual (Page 53)

1992 Volvo 240
Release buttons, front seats
To buckle:
Pull the belt out from the retractor far enough to insert the latch into the buckle until a distinct snapping
sound is heard. The belt should not be twisted or turned.
Note: The lap belt should sit low and tight under
abdomen.
To unfasten, depress red pushbutton in buckle and let the belts rewind into their retractors. Before
exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide the belt
back into its retractor slot.
WARNING!
The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function
properly.
The seat belt retractors are normally "unlocked".
The retractors will lock up as follows:
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if belt is pulled out rapidly
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during braking and acceleration
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if the vehicle is leaning excessively
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when driving in turns
Check seat belt mechanism function as follows:
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