Subaru Ascent 2018-2026 Owner's Manual: Fastening the seatbelt

Front seatbelts

1. Adjust the seating position in the Subaru Ascent according to the following guidelines.

Driver's seat: Set the seatback to an upright position and move the seat as far back from the steering wheel as possible while maintaining full control of the vehicle.

Front passenger's seat: Adjust the seatback upright and move the seat as far back as practical to maximize safety.

2. Sit firmly against the seatback.

3. Take the tongue plate and pull the seatbelt out slowly, ensuring that it is not twisted.

• If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, allow it to retract slightly and pull it out again more slowly.
• If the belt still does not extend, give it a firm pull, allow slight retraction, and then pull it out gradually again.

4. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until a clear click is heard, confirming proper fastening.

5. Tighten the lap portion of the belt by pulling upward on the shoulder section.

6. Ensure that the lap belt in the Subaru Ascent is positioned low across the hips and not across the waist for optimal protection.

Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height

The shoulder belt anchor in the Subaru Ascent should be adjusted to suit the driver's or passenger's height. The belt should pass comfortably over the middle of the shoulder without contacting the neck.

To raise: Pull the release knob and slide the anchor upward.

To lower: Pull the release knob and slide the anchor downward.

After adjustment, pull down on the anchor to confirm it is securely locked in place.

WARNING

Always ensure that the shoulder belt in the Subaru Ascent does not run across the neck. If it does, adjust the anchor to a lower position. Incorrect positioning can cause serious neck injuries in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

Unfastening the seatbelt

1. Button

1. Press the button on the buckle to release the seatbelt.

2. Allow the seatbelt to retract slowly to prevent tangling or twisting.

Before closing the door, ensure that the seatbelt is fully retracted to avoid it being caught in the door.

Second-row and third-row seatbelts (except third-row center seatbelt)

1. Sit firmly against the seatback in the Subaru Ascent.

2. Pull the seatbelt out slowly using the tongue plate, ensuring it remains untwisted.

• If the belt stops, allow slight retraction and pull again slowly.
• If still locked, pull firmly, allow slight retraction, and try again.

3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until it clicks securely.

4. Tighten the lap portion by pulling the shoulder belt upward.

5. Position the lap belt low across the hips for proper restraint.

1. Button

1. Press the buckle button to release the belt.

2. Let the seatbelt retract slowly to prevent twisting.

Before closing the door, verify that the seatbelt is fully retracted to avoid damage.

The seatbelt system in the Subaru Ascent is engineered to provide maximum safety when used correctly, ensuring protection for all passengers in every driving situation.