1997 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 59

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safetybelt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn'tlong enough to fasten, your dealer 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 just for you, and just forthe seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don't let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, attach it just to the regular safety belt. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety beltreminder 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 keepa 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 apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a newone right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does not needregular maintenance.)