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Safety Belt 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 Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light
and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and
anchorages are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
If
you see
anything that might keep a safety belt system from
doing its job, have it repaired.
Torn or frayed safety 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 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
an air bag inflates, you’ll need
to
replace air bag
system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in
this section.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)