pg. 15 Seat belts
Seat belt reminder light in ceiling console
Seat belt reminder
The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal, an indicator light above the rearview mirror, and a
symbol in the instrument panel (see
page 39) that alert the driver and front seat passenger if their seat
belts are not fastened.
NOTE: The function is active for a total of 6 minutes from the time the ignition is switched on.
During the first minute:
The seat belt reminder function only reacts if the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.
● The indicator light above the mirror and the symbol in the instrument panel will light up and stay lit
until the seat belt has been fastened.
● A chime will sound for 6 seconds. The frequency of the chiming increases with the speed of the car.
After one minute has elapsed:
The seat belt reminder reacts if the driver and/or the front seat passenger have not fastened their seat
belts.
● The indicator light above the mirror and the symbol in the instrument panel will light up and stay lit
until the seat belt(s) have been fastened, or until the remaining 5 minutes of the 6-minute cycle have
elapsed.
● The chime will sound for 6 seconds, at 30-second intervals. The frequency of the chiming increases
with the speed of the car.
After 6 minutes, the chime will no longer sound and the indicator lights will go out.
Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning.
