Dodge Viper 2005 Owner's Manual
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INTRODUCTION
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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INTRODUCTION
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䡵 Introduction ........................... 4
䡵 How To Use This Manual ..................4
䡵 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6
䡵 Vehicle Identification Number ............... 6
䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 7
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar威 parts, and is interested in
your satisfaction.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products
of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner’s manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual contains WARNINGS against operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on a stamped
plate at the left front corner of the instrument panel,
visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label
affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label as a
convenient record of your vehicle identification number
and optional equipment.
Vehicle Identification Number
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS
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WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle
could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety
and may lead to an accident resulting in serious
injury or death.
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CONTENTS
䡵 A Word About Your Keys ..................11
▫ Ignition Key ..........................11
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................12
▫ Power Accessory Delay Feature ............13
䡵 Door Locks ............................13
▫ Electronic Locking/Unlocking .............13
▫ Mechanical Release .....................14
▫ Automatic Door Locks ...................15
䡵 Remote Keyless Entry .....................15
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▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................16
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................17
▫ To Unlock The Trunk ....................17
▫ Panic Alarm ..........................17
▫ To Use The Panic Alarm .................17
▫ To Program Transmitters .................18
▫ General Information ....................18
▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............19
䡵 Vehicle Theft Alarm ......................20
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▫ To Arm The Vehicle Theft Alarm System ......20
▫ Entering The Trunk With The System Armed . . .21
▫ Security System Disarm ..................22
▫ Tamper Alert .........................23
䡵 Trunk Safety Warning .....................23
▫ Trunk Internal Emergency Release ..........24
䡵 Windows .............................24
▫ Power Windows .......................24
▫ Auto Down Feature ....................26
▫ Power Accessory Delay Feature ............26
▫ Wind Buffeting ........................26
䡵 Occupant Restraints ......................26
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................27
▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ...........................31
▫ Six Point Belt System - If Equipped .........32
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............33
▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................33
▫ Child Restraint ........................34
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . .41
䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...........50
䡵 Safety Tips ............................51
▫ Exhaust Gas ..........................51
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ..............................51
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle ..............................52
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The dealer that sold you your new Viper has the key code
numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be
used to order duplicate keys from your dealer or a
locksmith. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep
them in a safe place.
Ignition Key
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Ignition Key Positions
Press clutch and insert the ignition key fully, then turn
the switch to one of the four illustrated positions. It may
be difficult to turn the key from the OFF/LOCK position
when starting your vehicle. Move the steering wheel left
and right while turning the key until it turns easily. To
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start the vehicle fully apply the parking brake, press the
clutch pedal to the floor, place the gear selector in
NEUTRAL, move the key to the ON position, and press
the red ENGINE START button located on the instrument
panel. To remove the key from the ignition press the
clutch pedal to the floor, bring the vehicle to a stop, place
the gear selector in gear, and fully apply the parking
brake. Then turn the ignition key to the OFF/LOCK
position and push the release button behind the ignition
and pull the key out.
Engine Start Button
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
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Power Accessory Delay Feature
The Power Accessory Delay feature provides the customer with the ability to operate the power windows,
and the radio for 2 minutes after the ignition switch is
turned off. If the key is removed from the ignition and the
driver door is opened prior to the completion of the
2–minute timer, the feature is immediately cancelled. The
Power Accessory Delay feature is initially enabled, but
may be enabled or disabled at the dealership.
DOOR LOCKS
WARNING!
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Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when
entering or exiting your Viper. They can be hot
enough to burn you. Observe the warning labels on
each door closure panel.
Electronic Locking/Unlocking
This vehicle is equipped with a virtual lock system. If the
vehicle is virtually locked, then the Outside door handle
is ignored. There is a door lock/unlock switch on each
door trim panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the
door. The Odometer displays DOOR UNLOCKED continuously when both doors are unlocked. Also, the door
is considered unlocked if the inside door handle is
pulled. If only one door is unlocked, then the Odometer
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will flash DOOR UNLOCKED every 2 seconds. After
about 40 seconds with the ignition off, the display will
turn off.
NOTE: If you attempt to lock the doors with the key in
the ignition and the driver’s door open, the doors will not
lock.
Power Door Lock Switch
Mechanical Release
The driver’s door can be opened mechanically by inserting your key into the lock located on the underside of the
door panel, beneath the outside mirror.
Mechanical Door Lock
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Automatic Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically from outside the vehicle when vehicle speed reaches 18 miles per hour with
the ignition On and the DOOR UNLOCKED displayed in
the odometer will disappear.
NOTE: If the vehicle is moving faster than 5 MPH, the
inside and outside door handles are ignored. This does
not overide the mechanical cable on the inside door
handle.
Automatic lock can be enabled or disabled by performing
the following procedure:
1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.
2. Cycle the ignition switch between ON/RUN and OFF
4 times ending up in the OFF position.
3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors.
4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming and that the feature was toggled ON/OFF.
This feature can also be disabled at the dealership if
desired.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
This feature allows you to lock or unlock the doors from
distances up to 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held
transmitter. You do not have to point the transmitter at
the vehicle to activate the system.
Keyless Entry Transmitter
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To Unlock the Doors:
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter.
The front and rear park/turn signal lights will blink once
to indicate that only the driver’s door is unlocked. When
the unlock button is pressed twice, if pressed within 5
seconds, the front and rear park/turn signal lights will
blink twice to indicate that both doors are unlocked.
DOOR UNLOCKED in the odometer display will blink
continuously if one door is unlocked. DOOR UNLOCKED will remain steadily on in the odometer display
if both doors are unlocked. No message will be displayed
if both doors are locked.
NOTE: The system may be programmed to unlock both
doors upon the first press of the Unlock button. To toggle
between the first press unlock of the driver’s door to
unlock both doors, perform the following procedure:
1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter.
2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Lock button.
3. Release both buttons.
The park and tail lights will blink twice to acknowledge
the unlock signal.
NOTE: The Lamp Flash can be enabled or disabled by
performing the following procedure:
1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter.
2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Trunk button.
3. Release both buttons.
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To Lock the Doors:
NOTE: To enable/disable the Lamp Flash, see procedure described above.
Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter.
The horn will chirp once and the park and tail lights will
blink to acknowledge that the door is locked and that the
alarm system is armed. The horn chirp can be disabled at
the dealership if so desired.
NOTE: The horn chirp feature can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure:
1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter.
2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Unlock button.
3. Release both buttons.
To Unlock the Trunk:
Press and hold the trunk button on the transmitter to
unlatch the trunk. The front and rear park/turn signal
lights will blink 3 times.
Panic Alarm
The panic alarm unlocks the driver’s door, turns on the
interior lights, flashes the park and fog lights and sounds
the horn for 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off.
Panic mode does not work when the vehicle is driven.
To Use the Panic Alarm:
Press and hold the Panic button to activate the alarm.
Press and hold the Panic button or turn the key in the
ignition to the RUN position to deactivate the alarm. The
alarm will also shut itself off after 3 minutes.
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To Program Transmitters:
This feature allows you to program transmitters in case
one is lost or an extra transmitter(s) is desired. Up to 4
transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle. To
program another transmitter follow these steps:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position and
set the parking brake.
2. Using a previously programmed transmitter, press the
UNLOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds. While the UNLOCK
button is being pressed (after 5 seconds), press the
PANIC button and release both buttons simultaneously.
You will hear a chime sound to signal you that programming on the transmitter(s) may occur.
3. You may program up to 4 transmitters for your vehicle
within a 30 second time limit. Press and release both
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons of a new transmitter at the
same time; then press and release any of the buttons
once, you will hear a chime when the transmitter has
been successfully programmed. A chime will sound
when the 30 seconds is over, or if you turn the ignition
switch OFF.
4. You must repeat step 3 for all new transmitters that
will be used with this vehicle (up to 4 total).
If you do not have a programmed transmitter, contact
your dealer for details.
General Information
This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Transmitter Battery Service
The replacement battery number is 2016. This is a generic
battery, readily available at local retail stores.
1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a coin or similar
object.
Separating Transmitter Halves
2. Remove and replace the batteries.
3. Reassemble the transmitter case and test operation.
NOTE: If the transmitter is operated more than 255
times out of range of the vehicle (23 feet or 7 meters) or
when the vehicle battery is dead, it may become “out of
synch”. The result is that the transmitter will not function.
To correct this condition, remove the key from the
ignition and close the hood and all doors. Press both
buttons on the transmitter for about 10 seconds. The horn
will chirp once to acknowledge the signal. Normal transmitter operation should resume.
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VEHICLE THEFT ALARM
The system monitors the doors, trunk, hood, and ignition
for unauthorized operation.
Once the system has been armed, opening any door,
trunk (with the ignition key), hood or turning the ignition
key to any position will trigger an alarm.
If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for
about 18 minutes. For the first 3 minutes the horn will
sound and the park, tail and fog lights will flash. If the
condition which triggered the alarm is still present, the
park, tail and fog lights will continue to flash for 15
minutes, unless the trigger condition is cleared sooner.
NOTE: The engine will not start until the system is
disarmed.
To Arm the Vehicle Theft Alarm System
There are two methods to arm the Vehicle Theft Alarm
system:
1. Press the Lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry.
The optical and audible horn chirp will sound if it is
enabled. (See Remote Keyless Entry section of this
manual)
2. Remove the keys from the ignition and, with the door
open, press the Lock button on the door trim panel and
close the door.
3. After the last door is closed, the security light will
flash for 15 seconds. If there is a fault in the system or if
the hood or trunk is not closed, the Vehicle Theft Alarm
lamp will remain ON steady for 15 seconds until the
system is armed. (See the dealer if the system is faulted)
The arming sequence will cancel if the door is opened or
the ignition is turned on. Opening the hood or trunk will
not cancel the arming process.
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CAUTION!
Security Alarm Light
4. The Security light will periodically flash, once every 6
seconds, to show that the system is still armed.
If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6 seconds,
then the vehicle was tampered with!
Entering the Trunk with the System Armed
To enter the trunk with the system armed, the Remote
Keyless Entry Trunk button must be pressed. This will
pop the trunk open and allow access without alarming or
disarming the Vehicle Theft Alarm System.
NOTE: If the key is used and the system is armed, then
the Vehicle Theft Alarm System will start alarming.
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Security System Disarm
There are two ways to disarm the system:
1. Driver door key cylinder: Insert the key in the cylinder
located under the driver’s door mirror. This will disarm
the Vehicle Theft Alarm System and open the driver’s
door.
Mechanical Door Lock
2. Or, press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter. The front and rear park and turn signal
lights will flash to acknowledge the signal. (See the
Remote Keyless Entry Section of this manual for operation)
Keyless Entry Transmitter
NOTE: The vehicle will not start unless the Vehicle
Theft Alarm System is disarmed by either of the two
methods above. Inserting the key in the ignition WILL
NOT disarm the system (it will start the alarming process!)
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Tamper Alert
If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock the vehicle
using the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter or key, the
alarm has been activated. Check the vehicle for tampering.
NOTE: If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6
seconds, then the vehicle was tampered with.
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING
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Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,
either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or
through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the
trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in
the trunk, young children may not be able to escape.
If trapped in the trunk, children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
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Trunk Internal Emergency Release
Emergency Release
NOTE: As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-
gency Release lever is built into the trunk latching
mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked
inside the trunk, the trunk can simply be opened by
pulling on the lever attached to the trunk latching
mechanism, which is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk.
WINDOWS
Power Windows
The power window switches are located between the
driver and passenger seats on the center tunnel bezel, just
to the left of the parking brake. The switch on the left side
controls the driver’s window and the switch on the right
controls the passenger’s window. The power window
switches are active when the ignition is in RUN or
ACCESSORY.
The power window switch also works during accessory
delay. This delay feature will allow the windows to be
functional up to 2 minutes after the vehicle has been
turned off. This feature can be disabled at the dealership
if desired.
NOTE: Windows cannot be driven up during accessory
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delay with a door open.
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NOTE: If the windows are completely closed, each
respective window will drop slightly when either door is
opened. The windows return to their full up position
when the door is again closed. This is necessary to clear
the seal when either door is opened.
WARNING!
Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the
power windows while operating the power window
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury
or death.
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Power Window Switches
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Auto Down Feature
Both windows have an auto down feature. Press the
window switch to the second detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically. Press the switch a
second time in either direction to stop the window.
To open the window to a desired position, press and hold
the window switch in the first detent until the window
has reached the desired position and then release it when
you want the window to stop.
Power Accessory Delay Feature
The Power Accessory Delay feature provides the customer with the ability to operate the power windows,
and the radio for 2 minutes after the ignition switch is
turned off. If the key is removed from the ignition and the
driver door is opened prior to the completion of the
2–minute timer, the feature is immediately cancelled. The
Power Accessory Delay feature is initially enabled, but
may be enabled or disabled at the dealership.
NOTE: The Window Up switch will not function with
the door open and while the system is in the Power
Accessory Delay mode. If the window is in the process of
going up, opening the door will stop the window movement immediately.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the top down. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
One of the most important safety features in your Viper
is the restraint system. This system consists of the driver’s and passenger’s seat belts, airbags for the driver and
passenger, and a passenger airbag on/off switch located
in the center console compartment for deactivating the
passenger airbag system.
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Please pay close attention to the information in this
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
properly to keep you and your passenger as safe as
possible. Whichever system you have, all of the warnings
in this section apply.
WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passenger can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike parts of the inside of your
vehicle or your passenger, or you can be thrown out
of the vehicle. Always be sure you and your passenger are buckled up properly.
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver. Even
on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver
and cause a collision that includes you. And this can
happen far away from home or on your street.
Research has shown that seat belts save lives. They also
can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some
of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown
from the vehicle. Seat belts provide protection against
that, and they reduce the risk of injury caused by striking
the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle
needs to be buckled up all the time.
Lap/Shoulder Belts
Each seat belt is a combined lap/shoulder belt system.
The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very
sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the shoulder
part of the belt to move freely with you under normal
conditions. But, in a collision, the belt will lock and
reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or
being thrown out.
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WARNING!
Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat
belts are designed to go around the large bones of
your body. These are the strongest parts of your body
and can take the forces of a collision the best.
Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make
your injuries in a collision much worse. You might
suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out
of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear
your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers
safe, too.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and
adjust the seat.
2. The seat belt latch plate is located at the side of your
seat back. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Latch Plate
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3. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary
to make the belt go around your lap.
Latch Plate To Buckle
4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
WARNING!
A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In
a sudden stop you could move too far forward,
increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat
belt snugly.
A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous. Your body could fall into the inside surfaces of
the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck
injury. And a belt worn under the arm can cause
internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder
bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your
strongest bones will take the force in a collision.
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5. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your
abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up
a little on the shoulder belt, as shown.
Removing Slack From Belt
6. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate
and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of
sliding under the belt in a collision.
WARNING!
A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of
internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t
be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your
abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug.
7. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is
comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor
will withdraw any slack in the belt.
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