2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner's Manual - Page 73

Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damagedsafety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep asafety belt system fromdoing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) may not properly protr 3 person u< - t, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. ~ ~ ~~~ If you've had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would if worn be during a moresevere crash, then you need new parts. If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a CY-sh A crash can dar..,ge the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system CAUTION: (Continued) If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section. 1-66