1993 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 59

Replacing Safety Belts After Crash a If you've hada crash, do,you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. worn But if the belts were stretched, as they wouldifbe you during a more severe crash, then need new belts. &= What's wrong with this? If belts arecut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will have to have safety belt parts, like the retractor, replaced anchorage locations or at repaired -- even if the belt wasn't being used the time of the collision. A: The belt is torn. ... ..., ~ . . - -. '. . 1 - .~ . L . :- > . .\ , il. c Torn frayed belts may not protect youina or crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. I