1997 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 63

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety will fasten around you, you belt should useit. But if a safety belt isn't enough to fasten, your long dealer will orderyou an extender. It's free. When you go in to orderit, take the heaviest coat you will wear,the so extender will be longenough for you. The extender will be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don't let someone else use it, and use it only for the seatit is made to fit. wear it,just attach it To to the regular safety belt. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash, you need new belts? do After a very minor collision, nothing be necessary. may But if the belts were stretched, as they wouldifbe worn during a more severe crash, then you need belts. new If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage alsomay mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. parts and repairs New may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being at used the timeof the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light system parts.See the parton the air bag system earlier and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and in this section. 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 itsjob, have it repaired. Tom 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 new right away. one Also lookfor any opened or broken airbag covers, and have them repaired replaced. (The air bag system or does not need regular maintenance.) Checking Your Restraint Systems