1993 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 23

Q: What's wrong with this? The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It the thighs. In a crash, this applies force won't give nearly as much protection to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be this way. less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause You can be seriously hurt if serious or even f a t a l injuries. The your shoulder belt is too shoulder belt should go over the loose. In a crash you would move shoulder and across the chest. These forward too much, which could parts of the body are best able to take increase injury. The shoulder belt belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden I should fit against your body. stop or a crash. Q: What's wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. lA You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. 21