1996 Buick Century Owner's Manual

I I I 1 I I I I, I I I I I3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likelyto slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the beltwould apply force at your abdomen. This could causeserious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should goover the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of thebody are best able to take belt restraining forces.The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash.1-30