1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 23

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that thereare special things to know about safety belts and children. And thereare different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection. First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We'll start with thedriver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how wear to it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 3. Pick up the latch plateand pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats'' in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 4. Push the latch plate intothe buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plateto make sure it is secure. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at theend of this section. on Make sure the release button the buckle is positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 1-12