How To Wear Safety Belts Properly - Chevrolet 1998 Cavalier Owner's Manual

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
--
you and
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.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
Adults
This
part is only for people of adult size.
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.
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