1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 29

1 I I I I i I i I I 1 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make surethe release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. you slid under it, the belt If would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder should go belt over the shoulder and across chest. These parts of the the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash. 1-22