1998 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 27

Pull upon the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the beltisn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make surethe release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. and The lap partof the belt should be worn low snug on the hips,just touching the thighs. a crash,this applies In force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely If to slide under the lap belt. you slid under it, the belt would apply force your abdomen.This could cause at serious or even fatal injuries. 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 if there's a sudden stopor crash. Lap Belt Cinch Feature If you do not want the lap belt to move freely, pull the lap belt out all the way to set the lock. To permit the lap belt to move freely again, unbuckle the belt, let retract it all the way, and buckle up again.