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How to wear safety belts properly – CHEVROLET 2010 Camaro User Manual

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Q:

If I am a good driver, and I
never drive far from home,
why should I wear safety
belts?

A:

You may be an excellent driver,
but if you are in a crash — even
one that is not your fault — you
and your passenger(s) can be
hurt. Being a good driver does not
protect you from things beyond
your control, such as bad drivers.

Most accidents occur within
25 miles (40 km) of home.
And the greatest number of
serious injuries and deaths
occur at speeds of less than
40 mph (65 km/h).

Safety belts are for everyone.

How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly

This section is only for people of
adult size.

Be aware that there are special
things to know about safety belts
and children. And there are different
rules for smaller children and infants.
If a child will be riding in the vehicle,
see Older Children on page 2-35
or Infants and Young Children on
page 2-37
. Follow those rules for
everyone’s protection.

It is very important for all occupants
to buckle up. Statistics show that
unbelted people are hurt more
often in crashes than those who
are wearing safety belts.

Occupants who are not buckled up
can be thrown out of the vehicle
in a crash. And they can strike
others in the vehicle who are
wearing safety belts.

First, before you or your
passenger(s) wear a safety belt,
there is important information
you should know.

Sit up straight and always keep
your feet on the floor in front of
you. The lap part of the belt
should be worn low and snug on
the hips, just touching the thighs.

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Seats and Restraints