1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 60

1996 Cadillac Eldorado Manual

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Safety Belt 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. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat will wear, so the you extender will be long enough for you. The extenderwill be just for you, just forthe seat in your vehicle and that you choose. Don't let someone elseuse it, and use it only for theseat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regularsafety belt. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is tom or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look forany opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Replacing Restraint 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, as they would be if worn crash, then you need new belts. during a more severe If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you willneed to have safety belt or seat parts repaired orreplaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See thepart on the airbag system earlier in this section. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep asafety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. 1-45

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