1997 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 48

You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much,which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should against your body. fit The lappart of the belt shouldbe worn low and snugon the hips, just touching the thighs. a crash,this applies In force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt the would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder across the chest. These and parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quicklyout of the retractor. To unlatch the belt, push the buttonon the buckle. just -29