Replacing Airbag System Parts After A; Crash; Child Restraints; Older Children - Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual

Replacing Airbag System Parts
after a Crash
Warning
A crash can damage the airbag systems
in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system
may not properly protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in
serious injury or even death. To help
make sure the airbag systems are
working properly after a crash, have
them inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
If an airbag inflates, you will need to
replace airbag system parts. See your dealer
for service.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after
the vehicle is started or comes on when you
are driving, the airbag system may not work
properly. Have the vehicle serviced right
away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 94.

Child Restraints

Older Children

Correct Seat Belt Use for Older Children
The manufacturer instructions that come
with the booster seat state the weight and
height limitations for that booster. Use a
booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until
the child passes the fit test below:
Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the
knees bend at the seat edge? If yes,
continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the
shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes,
continue. If no, then return to the
booster seat.
Seats and Restraints
Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the
hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat.
Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for
the length of the trip? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat.
Danger
Accident statistics show that children
are safer if they are in the rear seat
and using a seat belt in a
suitable way.
Children not wearing a seat belt can
be thrown out in a crash.
Whenever a child is occupying a seat,
the lap belt should be in a low
position close to the hips, touching
the child s thighs. This prevents
loading to the abdomen in a crash.
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