1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue Owner's Manual - Page 59

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn't longenough to fasten, your retailer will order you an extender. It's free.When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be justfor you, and just forthe seat in your vehicle use that you choose. Don't let someone else it, and use it only for the seat it made to fit. To wear it, just attach it is to the regular safety belt. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash, do you need new belts? After avery minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash,then you need new belts. If belts arecut or damaged, replace them.Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced.New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace airbag system parts. See thepart on the airbag system earlier in this section. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apartunder impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) 1-51