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Safety belts – FORD 2014 Fusion Hybrid v.1 User Manual

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How does the rear inflatable safety belt
system work?

The rear inflatable safety belts will
function like standard restraints in
everyday usage.

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During a crash of sufficient force, the
inflatable belt will inflate from inside the
webbing.

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The fully inflated belt's increased diameter
more effectively holds the occupant in the
appropriate seating position, and spreads
crash forces over more area of the body
than regular safety belts. This helps reduce
pressure on the chest and helps control
head and neck motion for passengers.

WARNING

If the rear inflatable safety belt has
deployed, it will not function again.
The rear inflatable safety belt system

must be replaced by an authorized dealer.

The rear inflatable safety belts are
designed to inflate in frontal or near-frontal
crashes and some side impact crashes.
The fact that the rear inflatable safety belt
did not inflate in a crash does not mean
that something is wrong with the system.
Rather, it means the forces were not of the
type sufficient to cause activation.

Safety Belt Extension Assembly

WARNINGS

Do not use extensions to change the
fit of the shoulder belt across the
torso.

Do not use extensions with an
inflatable safety belt.

If the safety belt is too short when fully
extended, a safety belt extension assembly
can be obtained from an authorized dealer.

Use only extensions manufactured by the
same supplier as the safety belt.
Manufacturer identification is located at
the end of the webbing on the label. A
safety belt extension is not available for
the inflatable safety belt. Also, use the
safety belt extension only if the safety belt
is too short for you when fully extended.

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