1998 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 41

A CAUTION: Air bagsinflate with great force, faster than the an blink of an eye. If you're too close to inflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you. Safety belts help keepyou in position before and duringa air crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with bags. The drivershould sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) the vehicle's safety belt system its air bag nor system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle.To read how, see the part of this manual called "Children"and see the caution labelson the sunvisors and the right front passenger's safety belt. A CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to,an air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults and older children, but not for young childrenand infants. Neither CAUTION: (Continued) There is anair bag readiness lighton the instrument panel, which shows AlR BAG. The system checks air bag electrical system for the malfunctions. The light tells youthere isan electrical if problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" the Index in for more information. 1-21