1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 27

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make it is secure. sure If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make sure the release buttonon the buckleis positioned so you wouldbe ableto unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you had to. ever The lappart of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touchingthe thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. you slid under it, the belt If would apply force at your abdomen. could cause This serious or even fatal injuries. shoulder belt shouldgo The over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts the of body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull downon the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The safety belt locksif there's a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly of the retractor. out 1-13