1994 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 55

The lap part the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on the hips, just of touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to thestrong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likelyto slide under the lapbelt. If you slid under it, the belt would applyforce at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's asudden stop or a crash. 42