Safetybeltextender - Buick 1993 Century Owner's Manual

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CAUTION:
Never do t h k
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Here er ehlld i t s sitting in'a seat that has a
lap-shouider belt, but the shoulder
part
Is
behind the child. If thechild
wears
the belt
in this
w a y ,
in a crash the child might slide
under the belt. The belt's Q o m
would then
be applied rlght on the child's abdomen.
That could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should
be worn
low
and snug on-the hips, just touching the
child's thighs. This applies belt force to
the
child's pelvic
bones in a crash.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you
should use it. The automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty
of extra length built in, so it will fasten around almost all
people.
But if a safety belt isn't long enough to fasten, your
dealer will order you an extender. It's free. When you go
in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the
extender will be long enough for you. The extender will
be
just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that
you choose. Don't let someone else use it, and use it only
for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to
the regular safety belt.
Checking Your Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure
all
your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If
you see anything that might keep a restraint system from
doing its job, have
it
repaired.
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