1996 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual - Page 21

I 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should worn low and snugon be the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash,this applies be force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd less likely If to slide under the lap belt. you slid under it, the belt would apply forceat your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. shoulder belt should go The over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash. 1-13