Q
If
I’m
a good driver, and
I
never drive far
from
home, why
should
I
A:
You may be an excellent driver, but
if
you’re
in
an accident
-
even
one
that isn’t
your
fault
-
you
and your passengers can be hurt. Being
a
good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control,
such
as
bad drivers.
Most accidents occur within
25
miles
(40
km)
of
home. And the
greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less
than
40
mph
(65
km/h).
Safety belts
are
for everyone.
wear safety belts?
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is
turned
to
“Run” or
“Start,”
a
light will
come
on
for about
eight seconds
to
remind people to
fasten theirsafety
‘
belts.
Unless
the
driver’s safety belt
is
already buckled,
a
tone
will
also
sound.
How
To
Wear Safety Belts Properly
Adults
This section
is
only for people of adult size.
Be aware that there are special things
to
know about safety belts and
children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If
a
child will be riding
in
your
Vehicle, see the section after
this
one, called
“Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
First,
you’ll
want
to
know which restraint systems your vehicle has.
We’ll start with the driver position.
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