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Wherever the child sits, the lap portion
of
the belt should be worn low
and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt
force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash.
SAFEWBELT 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
RESTMNT SYSTEMS
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are working properly.
Look
for any
other loose or damaged restraint system parts. If you see anything that
might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Torn or frayed 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.
REPLACING
SEATAND
RESTWNT
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.
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