1998 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 32

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And thereare different rules for smaller children and babies. a child will If be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called "Children."Follow those rulesfor everyone's protection. First, you'll wantto know which restraintsystems your vehiclehas. We'll start withthe driver position. A Driver Position This part describesthe driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how wear to it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across yo Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pullthe belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the beltgo back slightly to unlock Then pull the belt across you it. more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 1-19