1998 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 73

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash,do you need newbelts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would beif worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If you ever see alabel on the driver's or the right front passenger's 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 a collision. You would see this label on the belt near the door opening. If belts are cut or damaged, replacethem. Collision damage also may mean you will needto have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessaryeven if the belt wasn't being usedat the time of the collision. If an air baginflates, you'll need toreplace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section. To help avoid personal injury, belt assembly must be replaced if this vehicle is in a collision or if "Replace Belt" appears below. See Owner's Manual for more information. 1-57