1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 20

Safety Belts: They'refor Everyone This part of the manual tells how to use safety belts you properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag system. Don't let anyoneride where heor she can't wear a safety belt properly. you are in a crash and If you're not wearinga safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. can hit things inside the You vehicle or be ejected from it. can be seriously You injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be if youare buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt,and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. It is extremely dangerous to in a cargo area, ride inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow peopleto ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ain and using a seat safety belt properly. 1-6