1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 31

Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you're too close to inflating an air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keepyou in position beforeand during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags, Thedriver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control the vehicle. of There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrica problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" the Index in for more information. An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, seethe part of this manual called "Children" and the caution label on the right front passenger's safety belt. 1-22