Chevrolet 2003 Malibu Owner's Manual page 68

If you've had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH
If your seat adjuster won't work after a crash, the
system parts?
special part of the safety belt that goes through the
After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag
during a more severe crash, then you need new parts. system parts. See Supplemental Restraint System
If the LATCH system was being used during a more
severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts.
seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced.
(SRS)
on
page 1-53.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision
damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH
system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced.
New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the
belt or LATCH system wasn't being used at the time of
the collision.
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