Ford Escape: Seatbelts / Adjusting the Seatbelt Height
WARNING: Position the seatbelt
height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder.
Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly
could reduce its effectiveness and
increase the risk of injury in a crash.

- Press the button and slide the height
adjuster up or down.
- Release the button and pull down on
the height adjuster to make sure it is
locked in place.
WARNING: Always ride and drive
with your seatback upright and properly
fasten your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion
of the seatbelt snugly and low across
the hips...
How Does the Seatbelt Reminder Work
WARNING: The system will only
provide protection when you use the
seatbelt correctly.
This system monitors all seating positions
and provides audio and graphic feedback...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
Remove the front seat.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the front seat side shield screws.
Firmly grasp the front seat side shield, lift up and
out, separating the side shield from the recliner bracket...
WARNING:
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases.
Work in a well-ventilated area. Do not allow the battery to come in
contact with flames, sparks or burning substances. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Shield eyes when working near the battery to
protect against possible splashing of acid solution...