GMC Terrain 2025 - Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy; Seat Belt Extender; Safety System Check; Seat Belt Care

GMC Terrain/Terrain Denali Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-18552429) - 2025
46 Seats and Restraints
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
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at belts work for everyone, including
pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are
more likely to be seriously injured if they do not
wear seat belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder
belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low
as possible, below the rounding, throughout
the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect
the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly,
it is more likely that the fetus will not be
hurt in acrash. For pregnant women, as for
anyone, the key to making seat belts effective
is wearing them properly.
Seat Belt Extender
If
the vehicle seat belt will fasten around you,
you should use it.
But if a seat belt is not long enough, your dealer
will order you an extender. Only aGM issued
extender should be used. When you go in to
order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear,
so the extender will be long enough for you. To
help avoid personal injury, do not let someone
else use it, and use it only for the seat it is
made to fit. The extender has been designed for
adults. Never use it for securing child restraints.
For more information on the proper use and fit
of seat belt extenders see the instruction sheet
that comes with the extender.
Safety System Check
Periodically check the seat belt reminder, seat
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, shoulder
belt height adjusters (if equipped), and seat
belt anchorages to make sure they are all in
working order. Look for any other loose or
damaged seat belt system parts that might
keep aseat belt system from performing
properly. See your dealer to have it repaired.
Torn, frayed, or twisted seat belts may not
protect you in a crash. Torn or frayed seat belts
can rip apart under impact forces. If abelt is
to
rn or frayed, have it replaced immediately. If
abelt is twisted, it may be possible to untwist
by reversing the latch plate on the webbing. If
the twist cannot be corrected, ask your dealer
to fix it.
Make sure the seat belt reminder light is
working. See Seat Belt Reminders 391.
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt Care
346.
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for
and maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and
free of dust or debris. As necessary exterior
hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be
lightly cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris in
the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in the
system after proper cleaning please see the
dealer. Parts may need to be replaced to ensure
proper functionality of the system.