What is the correct way to use a seat belt?
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Correct usage of a seat belt involves the following steps: 1. Close the car door securely; 2. Adjust the seat to a comfortable position; 3. Pull the buckle end of the seat belt downward along your body, ensuring the belt is not twisted and avoiding pulling too quickly to prevent the belt from locking; 4. Insert the buckle into the latch until you hear a click; 5. Gently tug on the buckle to confirm it is securely locked; 6. Adjust the lap belt by pulling downward on the buckle end and the shoulder belt by pulling upward to ensure the lap belt is snug. Seat belts function to restrain movement, absorb impact energy, and counteract inertia, thereby reducing or preventing injuries to vehicle occupants.