The lap part
of
the belt should be worn low and snug
on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this
applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be
less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it,
the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could
cause serious
or
even fatal injuries.
The
shoulder belt
should go over the shoulder
and
across the chest.
These parts of the body are best able to take belt
restraining forces.
The safety belt locks
if
there’s a sudden stop
or
a crash.
The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very
quickly out of the retractor.
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CAUTION:
You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is
too
loose. In a crash, you would move forward
too much, which
could
increase injury. The
shoulder belt should fit against your body.
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