1998 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 50

I I I I The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. Ina crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force your abdomen. This could at cause serious or even fatalinjuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks there's a sudden stop or a crash. if The safety beltalso locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. CAUTIi- N: I You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The fit shoulder belt should against your body. 1-34