Saturn 2008 Astra Owner's Manual page 17

If you slid under it, the belt would
apply force on your abdomen.
This could cause serious or even
fatal injuries. The shoulder belt
should go over the shoulder and
across the chest. These parts of
the body are best able to take belt
restraining forces.
The shoulder belt locks if there is a
sudden stop or crash.
Q:
What is wrong with this?
A:
The shoulder belt is too loose.
It will not give as much
protection this way.
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CAUTION
You can be seriously hurt if
your shoulder belt is too loose.
In a crash, you would move
forward too much, which could
increase injury. The shoulder
belt should fit snugly against
your body.
Q:
What is wrong with this?
A:
The lap belt is too loose.
It will not give nearly as
much protection this way.
Seats and Restraints
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CAUTION
You can be seriously hurt if your
lap belt is too loose. In a crash,
you could slide under the lap
belt and apply force on your
abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.
The lap belt should be worn
low and snug on the hips, just
touching the thighs.
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