1994 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 34

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn't long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It'sfree. 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 for you, just and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don't let someoneelse use it, and use it only the seat itis made to for fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt. Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash [f you've had a crash, do you need new selts? 4fter a very minor collision, nothing may 3e necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would beif worn during I more severe crash, then you need new 3elts. rf yo1. ever see a label on the passenger's I safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in an accident. You will see this label on the belt near the latch plate. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean.you will need to have safetybelt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used atthe time of the collision. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint systemfrom doing its job, have it repaired. 33 ...