CorpusPreparScript/md_file/Seat Belt Routing.md
2025-08-14 09:24:52 +08:00

2.9 KiB
Raw Blame History

Seat Belt Routing

Seat Belt RoutingOnly when the seat belt is worn correctly, fastened securely, can it provide optimal protection and reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident. Additionally, wearing the seat belt correctly ensures that occupants remain in their seats, ensuring maximum protection when airbags deploy. Therefore, always fasten your seat belt and ensure it is worn correctly.

Correct seat belt routing

Correct seat belt routing

Correct seat belt routingCorrect seat belt routing- The shoulder belt must always lie on the center of the shoulder, never across the neck, over or under the arm or behind the back.- The lap belt must always lie across the pelvis, do not pass over the abdomen.- The seat belt must always lie flat and snugly on the body. Tighten the belt if necessary.

Correct seat belt routing during pregnancy

Correct seat belt routing during pregnancy

For pregnant women, the seat belt must be positioned evenly over the chest and as low as possible over the pelvis. It must lie flat so that no pressure is exerted on the lower body this applies for the entire course of the pregnancy.

Correct seat belt routing according to height

The following equipment can be used to adjust the seat belt routing:

  • Seat belt height adjuster for the front seats.- Height-adjustable front seats.

WARNING

Incorrect seat belt routing can cause severe injuries in the event of an accident or a sudden braking or driving manoeuvre.

  • The seat belts only offer best protection when the backrests are in an upright position and the seat belts have been fastened properly.- The seat belt itself or a loose seat belt can cause serious injuries if the seat belt shifts from harder body parts in the direction of softer body parts such as the stomach.- Route the seat belt so that it lies flat and snugly on your upper body.- The lap part of the seat belt must lie across the pelvis and never across the stomach. Route the seat belt so that it lies flat and snugly on your pelvis. Pull the belt a little again to tighten it if necessary.- For pregnant women, the seat belt must be positioned evenly over the chest and as low as possible over the pelvis during the entire course of the pregnancy. It must lie flat so that no pressure is exerted on the lower body.- Do not twist the seat belt when it is fastened.- Never hold the seat belt away from your body with your hand.- Do not route the belt over hard or fragile objects, such as glasses, pens or values.- Never change the belt routing by means of belt clips, retaining eyes or similar.

1

If a person's physical build prevents them from routing the seat belt properly, contact a suitably qualified workshop to find out about any special modifications so that the seat belts and airbags can provide the optimum level of protection. Volkswagen recommends contact with an ID. UNYX Service Center.