Seat Belts - Extender Availability

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REF.: BODY


NO.: BO91-005


DATE: MARCH 15,1991


MODEL: ALL MODELS


SEAT BELT EXTENDER (1982 TO 1991 MODEL YEARS) - UPDATE


A special procedure is available for customers who require extra length seat belts. Customers can now order seat belt extenders at no cost through their local Toyota dealer.

The extender is available in black only and in lengths of 6", 9", 12", 15" and 18".

Customers are informed of the seat belt extender availability through the Toyota Owner's Manual included in each 1987 or later vehicle. (See page 8 for text of Owner's Manual).

The customer will be required to visit a Toyota Dealership to have the required measurements made and complete the application form. The completed application form will be forwarded to the TMS Customer Relations Department to order the seat belt extender. (Additional application forms are available through Region/Private Distributor Customer Relations Departments.)

^ The application must be filled out completely and signed by the customer in order for TMS Customer Relations Department to process and ensure timely delivery of extender.


For your information are the following guides and examples:

^ Flow Chart

^ Seat Belt Extender Application/Part Number Chart

^ Owner Instruction Sheet

^ Statement included in Owner's Manual

The appropriate seat belt extender will be shipped to Dealership Parts Department at no charge in about two weeks. The Service Department should complete the affixed Seat Belt Extender Label and review the owner instruction sheet with the customer.





FLOW CHART








FRONT SEAT - EXTENDER APPLICATION TABLE








REAR SEAT - EXTENDER APPLICATION TABLE


OWNER INSTRUCTION:

Failure to follow the recommendation indicated below could result in less effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of vehicle accident, causing personal injury.

1. The seat belt extender must not be used:

(I) By anyone other than the person for whom it was provided.

(II) In any vehicle or seat position specified other than the one for which it is provided.

(III) For a child's safety seat as it is not certified for that usage.





2. To connect the extender to the seat belt, insert the tab into the seat belt buckle so that the buckle-release buttons of the extender and the seat belt are located on the same side as shown. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. Make sure that the connection is secure and the seat belt extender is not twisted.

3. When the seat belt extender is provided for rear seat position (with automatic locking retractor), make sure the retractor is locked when in use.

4. When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle-release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extender itself.


5. When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use.


Owner's Manual Text:

SEAT BELT EXTENDER

If your seat belt cannot be fastened securely because it is not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available.

Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper required length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for proper measurement and selection of length. Additional ordering information is available at your Toyota dealer.

i) Never use the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without it.
ii) Remember that the extender provided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, or for another person and at different seating positions than specified.
iii) When the seat belt extender is provided for rear seat position (with automatic locking retractor) make sure the retractor is locked when in use.
iv) FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN LESS EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SEAT BELT RESTRAINT SYSTEM IN CASE OF VEHICLE ACCIDENT, CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.





Using the Seat Belt Extender:

i) To connect the extender to the seat belt, insert the tab into the seat belt buckle so that the buckle-release buttons of the extender and the seat belt are located on the same side as shown. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.
ii) MAKE SURE THAT THE CONNECTION IS SECURE AND THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER IS NOT TWISTED.
iii) When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle-release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extender itself.
iv) When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use.