2000 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 25

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special thingsknow about to safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. a child will If be riding in your vehicle, see the partthis of manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection. First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We'll startwith the driver position. Driver Position 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. Lap-Shoulder Belt The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. Ifthis happens, let the belt back go The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how to wear slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt across you it properly. more slowly. 1. Close and lock the door. 4. Push the latch plate into buckle until it clicks. the 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, "Seats" in the Index) see Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. so you can sit up straight. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end this section. of This part describesthe driver's restraint system.