Lincoln 2009 MKZ User Manual download pdf (Page 119)

When to use the automatic locking mode

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will

still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic

locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.

This mode should be used any time a child safety seat, except a

booster, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children

12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating

position whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or

Safety seats for children later in this chapter.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all

passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should

be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that

the ⬙automatic locking retractor⬙ feature for child seats is still working

properly. Safety belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized

dealer and must be replaced if either damage or improper operation is

noted. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could

increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract

completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the

vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

Safety belt pretensioner

Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and

front outboard passenger seating positions.

The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against the

occupant’s body at the start of the crash.

WARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system

(including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be

replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in

deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and side air

curtains, and safety belt pretensioners.

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Owners Guide

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Lincoln 2009 MKZ User Manual Page 119