Safety Belt Extender
If
the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an
extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will
wear,
so
the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just
for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let
someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it,
just attach it to the regular safety belt.
Checking Your Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose
parts or damage.
If
you see anything that might keep a restraint system from
doing its job, have it repaired.
Replacing Safety Belts After
a
Crash
If
you’ve had a crash,
do
you need new belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were
stretched, as they would be if worn during
a
more severe crash, then you
need new belts.
If
you ever see a label on a right front safety belt that says to replace the
belt, be sure to
do
so.
Then it will be there to help protect you in an
accident. You would see this label on the belt near the door opening.
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