1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 13

I A C, UTION: ' Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. A Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even you buckle if And it explains the air bag system. up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, itwill be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, Don't let anyone ride where he she can't wear or receiving neck or other injuries. a safety belt properly.If you are in a crash and The lap belt can't do its job either. In a crash the you're not wearing safety belt, your injuries a belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt can be much worse. You can hit things inside the at forces would be there, not your pelvic bones. it. vehicle or be ejected from You can be seriously This could cause serious internal injuries. injured or killed. In the same crash, might you not be if you are buckled up. Always fasten your For proper protection when the vehicle is in safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well too. back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. are fastened properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest tothe top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. 1-5