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1997 Volvo 850
To make child restraint installation easier, each seat belt buckle (except for the driver's belt) is equipped
with a locking mechanism to help keep the lap section of the seat belt taut.
When attaching the seat belt to a child restraint:
● Make sure the red lock button is moved to the right (see illustration A). A coin, etc.. can be used to
move the button.
● Attach the seat belt to the child restraint according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions.
● Pull the lap section of the seat belt taut.
The lap section of the seat belt cannot be loosened as long as the red lock button is in the right position.
The lap section of the seat belt can be adjusted when the lock button is in the left position (see
illustration B).
NOTE: Before exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary,
guide the belt back into the retractor slot. When not in use, the child restraint should be secured with the
seat belt to help prevent movement during a sudden stop.
WARNING! Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's
seat. We also recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the
seat belt properly fastened.
pg. 1:12 Child safety (cont.)
Child safety
Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children. Remember
that, regardless of age and size, a child should always be properly restrained in a car.
Restraint systems for children are designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap belts or the lap portion of
a lap-shoulder belt. Such child restraint systems can help protect children in cars in the event of an
accident only if they are used properly. However, children could be endangered in a crash if the child
restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. Failure to follow the installation instructions for your
child restraint can result in your child striking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.
Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, a
child held in a person's arms can be crushed between the vehicle's interior and an unrestrained person.
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