1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 59

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing be necessary. may But if the belts were stretched, they would beif worn as during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If you ever see alabel on the driver's or the right front passenger's safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this labelon the belt near the door opening. If belts are cutor damaged, replace them. Collision damage alsomay mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. parts and repairs New may be necessary even the belt wasn't being used at if the timeof the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section. 1-52