Safety Belt Extender
If
the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you,
YQU
should use it.
But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your
retailer 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
all
your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
worlung 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 Seat and 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 your seat adjuster won’t work after a crash, the special
part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the
adjuster may need to be replaced.
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