1997 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 29

Q: What's wrong with this? You can be seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move far forward, which would too increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong asshoulder bones. You could also severely injure internalorgans like your liver or spleen. L A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. Itshould be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-17