How to engage the automatic locking mode, Automatic locking retractor mode (alr), If equipped – Ram Trucks 2013 Chassis Cab - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if

the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not
working properly when checked according to the
procedures in the Service Manual.

Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly

could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —
If Equipped

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-
locked. However, the belt will still retract to remove slack
in the shoulder belt. Use the Automatic Locking Mode
any time a child safety seat is installed in a seating
position that has a seat belt with this feature. Children
12 years old and younger should be properly restrained
in the rear seat whenever possible.

WARNING!

The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if

the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not
working properly when checked according to the
procedures in the Service Manual.

Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly

could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode

1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until

the entire belt is extracted.

3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will

hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates the safety belt
is now in the Automatic Locking mode.

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