Question 4150
For effective use of the seat belt...
- nothing should be placed on the seat, in order to prevent the submarining effect.
- the airbag should be deactivated, because the seat belt is not required when the vehicle has an airbag.
- if necessary, a cushion should be placed on the seat so that the seat belt is at the proper height.
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Correct answer: nothing should be placed on the seat, in order to prevent the submarining effect.
Do not put cushions, towels, or covers on the seat. They change its shape, and in a crash your body can slide under the lap belt, which is called submarining. An airbag does not exempt you from wearing a seat belt, which is still required.