1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 38

2. Push thelatch plate intothe buckle untilit clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sureis secure. it When the shoulder belt is pulled out the way, it will all lock. If it does, let it go all the way and again. If back start the belt is not long enough, "Safety Belt Extendef' at see the end ofthis section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would able to unbuckle be the safety belt quickly you ever hadto. if 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the beltas you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap partof the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs. In a crash, this just applies force to the strong pelvic bones. you'd be And less likely toslide under the lap belt. If you slid under This it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. could cause serious or even injuries. The shoulder fatal belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take beIt restraining forces. 1-31