Automatic shoulder belts — general information

Late model cars are equipped with automatic seat belts. They are called automatic because they do not need to be hung on a bracket - the shoulder strap automatically snaps into place when the door is opened and the ignition key is removed.

In order to be able to exit in an emergency, there is a special emergency opening lever for automation. Warning also need to fasten the manual seat belt.

Automatic seat belts will not work properly. until the hand strap is attached.

Most systems have a warning light and buzzer to indicate that the release lever is up and the shoulder harnesses are off.

Also, if performing repairs of other elements of the car. If you disconnect the wires or remove parts of the automatic seat belts, then at the end of the repair, be sure to reinstall everything and check the operation of the electrical wiring. Since automatic shoulder belts are activated by several electrical switches and controlled by a computer, they must be diagnosed and repaired by a specialist.