Pontiac 2004 Vibe - Manual (Page 22)

6. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug
on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this
applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d
be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid
under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across
the chest. These parts of the body are best able to
take belt restraining forces.
The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or
crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the
retractor.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt
adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the
height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered
on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your
face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
To move it down, squeeze
the button and move the
height adjuster to the
desired position. You can
move the adjuster up just
by pushing up on the
shoulder belt guide. After
you move the adjuster to
where you want it, try to
move it down without
squeezing the release
button to make sure it has
locked into position.
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