How To Wear Safety Belts Properly; Driver Position - GMC 2000 Safari Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Advertisement

Q:
If I'm a good driver, and I never drive far from
home, why should I wear safety belts?
A:
You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an
--
accident
even one that isn't your fault
your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver
doesn't protect you from things beyond your
control, such as bad drivers.
Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km)
of home. And the greatest number of serious
injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than
40 mph (65 km/h).
Safety belts are for everyone.
1-18

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Adults
This part is only for people of adult size.
--
you and
Be aware that there are special things to know about
safety belts and children. And there are different rules
for smaller children and babies. If a child will be
riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual
called "Children." Follow those rules for
everyone's protection.
First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your
vehicle has.
We'll start with the driver position.

Driver Position

This part describes the driver's restraint system.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
The driver has a lap
it properly.
1. Close and lock the door.
2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats" in the Index)
so you can sit up straight.
-
shoulder belt. Here's how to wear

Hide quick links:

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Table of Contents