1995 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 70

I Wherever thechild sits, the lapportion of the belt should be worn low and snugon thehips, just touchingthe child's thighs.This applies belt force to thechild's pelvic bones in a crash. SAFEWBELT EXTENDER If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn't long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It's free. Whenyou go in to order it, takethe heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough foryou. The extender will be justfor you, and just for the seat your vehicle that you choose. in Don't let someoneelse use it, and use it only for the seat is made tofit. it To wear it, just attach to theregular safety belt. it CHECKING YOUR R E S T M N T SYSTEMS Now and then, makesure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and remindersystems are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged restraintsystem parts. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doingits job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed belts may not protectyou in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. REPLACING SEATAND R E S T W N T SYSTEM PARTS AFTER A CRASH If you've had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, asthey would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired replaced. or New parts and repairs be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used may at thetime of the collision. 1-51