1995 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 61

Safety Belt Extender . If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you. RepIacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've hada crash, do you need newbelts? After a very minorcollision, nothing maybe necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be worn if during a more severecrash, then you need new belts. should useit. long enough to fasten, your But if a safety belt isn't dealer will order you an extender. It'sfree. 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 just for you, andjust forthe seat in your vehiclethat you choose. Don't let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made tofit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt. If belts arecut or damaged, replace them. Collision have safety belt damage also may mean you will need to or seat parts repaired replaced. New parts and repairs or may be necessary even if belt wasn't being used at the the time of the collision. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any other loose damaged or restraint system parts. If you see anything that might keep a restraint systemfrom doing its job,have it repaired. Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impactforces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. 1-54