Owner's Manual

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 the safety belt reminder light
and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and
anchorages are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If
you
see
anything that might keep a safety belt system from
doing its job, have
it
repaired.
Replacing Restraint System Parts
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 belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision
damage also may mean you 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 bag inflates,
you’ll
need
to
replace air bag
system parts. See
the
part on
the
air bag system earlier
in
this
section.
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.)
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