1996 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 39

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the beltas youpull up on the shoulder part. on The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid underit, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. shoulder belt should go The over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsthe of body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 1-27