FORD 2004 Mustang v.2 - Manual (Page 78)

The following are reasons most often given for not
wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S.
data)
Reasons given... Consider...
“Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every
day. The more we drive, the
more we are exposed to “rare”
events, even for good drivers. 1
in 4 of us will be seriously
injured in a crash during our
lifetime.
“I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur
within 25 miles of home.
“Belts are uncomfortable” We design our safety belts to
enhance comfort. If you are
uncomfortable - try different
positions for the safety belt
upper anchorage and seatback
which should be as upright as
possible; this can improve
comfort.
“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.
BeltMinder reminds us to take a
few seconds to buckle up.
“Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used
properly, reduce risk of death
to front seat occupants by 45%
in cars, and by 60% in light
trucks.
“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in
single-vehicle crashes, many
when no other vehicles are
around.
“Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash
can do much more than wrinkle
your clothes, particularly if you
are unbelted.
“The people I’m with
don’t wear belts” Set the example, teen deaths
occur 4 times more often in
vehicles with TWO or MORE
people. Children and younger
brothers/sisters imitate behavior
they see.
2004 Mustang (mus)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
Seating and Safety Restraints
78