1998 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 53

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 wouldbe if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If you ever seea label on the driver's or passenger's safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new beltwill be there to help protect you in a collision. You would see this label on belt near the the latch plate. If belts are cutor damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may meanyou will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air baginflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section.