1996 GMC Safari Owner's Manual - Page 46

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies (Except Cargo Vans) 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in "Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions" earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, justperform these steps in reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides. Slide the guide onto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward along the side of the seatback, leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed. Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child infant restraint. The or instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and for your child. A very size young child's hip bones are so small thata regular belt might not staylow on the hips, as it should. Instead, thebelt will likely be over the child's abdomen. In a crash, the would apply belt force right on the child's abdomen, which could So, cause serious or fatal injuries. be sure that any child small enough for one always properly is restrained in a child or infant restraint. 1-38