Cleaning the seat belts

•► Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution.

Do not clean the seat belts using chemical cleaning agents. Do not dry the seat belts by warming them above 176 °F (80 °C) or placing them in direct sunlight.

WARNING
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

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