Chevrolet LUMINA 1999 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 67)

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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.

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.)

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.

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Chevrolet LUMINA 1999 Owner's Manual Page 67