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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 02:52 PM
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Fix for seatbelt on neck?

Hi,

I'm about to buy a 2012 G37S and love almost everything about the car, but I have a big problem with the seatbelt sitting on my neck. I can lower the arm temporarily, but as soon as I raise my arm to put my hand on the top of the seering wheel it creeps back up again. I am not that short (5'8), so I am surprised to have this problem. Even raising the seat doesn't help that much.

Has anyone encountered this problem and fixed it in a safe way?

Thanks!

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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 05:14 PM
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i'm the same height as you and i have this problem as well.

i just slid my seatbelt thingy all the way down and put the arm up. it's not that bad and you'll get used to it.

a fix that you can buy? aftermarket racing seat? 5 points? idk......
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 05:19 PM
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I usually just lower the arm also, but it stays there even when i raise my arm to grab the steering wheel.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 12:43 AM
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i'm 5"8 also and have the same problem. I had a 350z and a G35 and both gave me the same problem and now the g37. I've been wearing a sweater/hoodie since it's been cold lately which solves the problem, but once summer comes, i'll be back to wearing t-shirts and the problem will be back.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 01:42 AM
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I'm also 5'8" the seatbelt annoys the eff outta me! This is the first time I've had heard someone said something about this issue lol Infiniti needs to redesign this fail seatbelt design .
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 02:28 AM
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Hahaha.. the belt bothers me too. I gave up on it.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 02:59 AM
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Hahaha, glad to see other average height guys have this problem too.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 06:40 AM
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Im 6" tall and have the same issue. I considered some elastic band to keep the arm down but haven't found anything approriate so far
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 08:43 AM
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I put a dark gray sheep skin cover on both sides............problem solved. Oh and my Z doesn't do this, just my Coupe.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by joey_v
Hahaha.. the belt bothers me too. I gave up on it.
Gave up on it like you quit wearing the belt or you gave up on fixing it? Did you try anything to fix it? I just ordered a few seatbelt clips and will see how they do...
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Tazicon
I put a dark gray sheep skin cover on both sides............problem solved. Oh and my Z doesn't do this, just my Coupe.
Have no clue what you're speaking of can you show me the mod of which you speak of thanks!
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by huwee06
I'm also 5'8" the seatbelt annoys the eff outta me! This is the first time I've had heard someone said something about this issue lol Infiniti needs to redesign this fail seatbelt design .
How much does it annoy you? I'm trying to decide if this is a dealbreaker for the car... :-/
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Tazicon
I put a dark gray sheep skin cover on both sides............problem solved. Oh and my Z doesn't do this, just my Coupe.

Do you mean something like this? http://www.amazon.com/Sheepskin-Seat.../dp/B000CAINRK

Wouldn't that still leave a safety issue? It would annoy you less around the neck, but I can't imagine having the belt against your neck is good in a serious accident.

I just ordered a few clips to see if one can get the seatbelt to stay in the right position. I ordered:

Amazon.com: Masterlink Seatbelt Adjuster TM Double Pack - Masterlink 296-OS: Electronics

Amazon.com: Dorman HELP! 74325 Seatbelt Clip Retainer: Automotive

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Amazon.com: Heininger 1027 CommuteMate Seat Belt Strap Adjuster: Automotive
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 12:14 PM
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ugh I'm 5'5 and I have the neck cutter issue too
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 03:05 PM
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I really don't think this is a safety issue. Comfort issue yes.
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