1997 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 20

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into thebuckle until it clicks. If Pull up on thelatch plate to makesure it is secure. the belt isn't long enough, see"Safety Belt Extender" atthe end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and 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 to slide under the lap belt. you slid under it, the belt If would apply force at your abdomen. could cause This serious or even fatal injuries. shoulder belt should go The over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts the of body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash.