1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 19

If I?rn a good driver, and I never drive far from hame, why should I wear safety belts? Ho.w to Wear Safety Belts 'Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware .that there special things to know about are safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a.child will be ridag: .in your vehicle, see the part of this:m,anual called "Children." Follow thoserules for everyone's protection. First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your v e h d e -has:. We'll start with the driver positioa. A: , You may be an excellent driver, but if you',re in an accident ---even one that isn't.your fault -- you and your passefigers can be hurt. Being a: gciod.driver d9esn"tprqtect you.from things beyond your cantrd, such mbad drivem Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 k ) m of home. And the g:reatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 W h ) . Safety b.elts are for everyone. Driver Position This partdescribes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Sho.uld.er. B.elt 'Thedriver has a lap-should€ - relt, Her( ho.w to wear it properly. I.. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see 'Seats" in the Index) so you c.an sit up straight. 1-12