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FORESTER (NA) A8050BE–A (ENG.)
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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J Seatbelt maintenance
CAUTION
D Keep the belts free of polishes, oils, chemicals and particularly
battery acid.
D Never attempt to make modifications or changes that will pre-
vent the seatbelt from operating properly.
To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never
bleach or dye the belts because this could seriously affect their strength.
Inspect the seatbelts and attachments including the webbing and all
hardware periodically for cracks, cuts, gashes, tears, damage, loose
bolts or worn areas. Replace the seatbelts even if only minor damage is
found.
Seatbelt extender
If the front seatbelts are not long enough to permit the tongue plate to
engage with the seatbelt buckle, an optional seatbelt extender is avail-
able from your SUBARU dealer. When ordering an extender, only order
one particularly designed for your vehicle. Several different types of
extenders are available to match various varieties of front seatbelt
designs. See your SUBARU dealer for assistance.
The extender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and it can
be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position.
WARNING
Be sure to observe the following when using the seatbelt extend-
er.
Failure to follow these instructions and warnings could reduce
the effectiveness of the seatbelt and result in more serious injury
in the event of a collision.
D Never use the extender when the belt itself is long enough to
permit it to be buckled properly. If removal of heavy clothing is all
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