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1987 Volvo 240
The seat belt retractors are normally "unlocked"
The retractors will lock up as follows:
● if belt is pulled out rapidly
● during braking and acceleration
● if the vehicle is leaning excessively
● when driving in turns
Check seat belt mechanism function as follows:
1. Attach the seat belt. Pull rapidly on the strap.
2. CAUTION! Check other traffic before performing this check.
Brake firmly from approximately 30 mph (50 km/h) or turn in a tight circle while pulling on the belt.
In all the above checks you should not be able to pull the belt out.
pg. 29 Seat belts
Seat belts, manually adjustable
The center rear seat belt is manually adjustable. It should always be adjusted to the correct length.
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