1997 Chevrolet Suburban Owner's Manual - Page 24
1997 Chevrolet Suburban Manual
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Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint system, or air bag system. Don't let anyone ride where he or she can't wear a safety belt properly. If you are ina crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse.You can hitthings inside the vehicle or be ejectedfrom it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not beif you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt,and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. a cargo area, It is extremely dangerous to ride in inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding inthese areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle isin a seat and using a safety belt properly. 1-17