Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine AIR VENTS
Additional summer ventila
tion is provided through vent
inlets in each side of the front
passenger compartment. The
vents
may be opened or
closed by means of the con
trol knobs located in the
trim pad.
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASH TRAY
The ash tray and cover is an integral unit, which
pivots
outward and down for access.
To
remove tray for cleaning purposes, press the catch
at inside rear of tray and lift from panel.
Press on the optional cigarette lighter to heat. When
ready for use, it will "pop" out. '
IMPACT PROTECTION FOR THE DRIVER
. The Corvair steering control system, includil)g the
General Motors developed Energy Absorbing Steering
Column,
is designed to reduce injuries to the driver in
the event
of some front end collisions. The Energy Absorb
ing Steering Column tends to decrease the forces acting
on the driver by compressing at a controlled energy
absorbing rate. In addition, in such collisions it limits
rearward movement of the steering column and wheel
into the passenger compartment.
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TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
The optionally available telescoping steering column
can be adjusted
within a range of 2-%". This is to give maximum comfort. On long trips the steering wheel posi
tion can
be changed to minimize tension and fatigue. Repositioning of the steering wheel can be accom
plished
at the driver's discretion. Turn the control lever
counterclockwise to unlock; position wheel as desired
and turn control lever clockwise to lock.
DOOR AND WINDOW GLASS
Both laminated and tempered safety glass are used
in the
car windows. The laminated glass used in the windshield is designed to be tough but resilient, and
remains transparent when fractured. The chance of an
occupant penetrating the windshield in the event of
certain collisions is reduced by the interlayer thus de
creasing injury severity. Tempered glass used in the
side
and back windows does not incorporate an inter
layer, but shatters into small pieces when broken. These
small pieces
are characteristically free of sharp edges,
greatly reducing laceration potential.
KEYS
The octagonal-end key operates the ignition switch
and the doors of your Corvair.
The round-end key operates the glove box, luggage
compartment and the optional spare tire lock.
As a
reminder to remove your ignition key whenever
your vehicle is attended, a buzzer will sound if the left
front door is opened and the key remains in the ignition
switch (off-or accessory position).
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The bucket seats are adjusted in exactly the same
manner. The seat control lever
for each seat is located
beneath the outer edge of the seat (toward the door).
Underneath the seat trim are strong steel seat struc
tures,
anchored firmly to the body. The seats and
anchorages are strong enough to prevent deformation
during low-speed impacts, but are designed in such a way that they absorb some energy by yielding to a de
gree during certain more severe higher-speed impacts.
Seat Back Lock
Folding seat backs are equipped with seH-latching
mechanisms
and release controls designed for the con
venience of entering and exiting passengers.
The release
knob is located at the lower rear of
each backrest nearest the door. lift the knob upward,
then push the seatback forward. The lock will latch
when the
seatback returns to its upright position.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT BELTS
Suitable occupant restraints are available on all 1968
Corvairs. Worn properly, lap and shoulder belts reduce
the chances
of death or serious injury in the event of cert.ain types of accidents. Get into the habit of using
these restraints,
and using them properly, every single
time you
enter your car. Insist that your passengers use
them,
too. * By using them correctly, you give the belts
a chance
to help prevent injuries and perhaps even
save a
life.
·Shoulder belts should not be worn by persons less thon approximately 55 inches in height.
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Lap Belts
Lap belts provide added security and comfort for
you and your passengers . Lap belts are standard equip
ment for all seating positions on all models. Proper use
and care of these belts will assure continuance of this
security.
After the front seat has been adjusted to the satis
faction of the driver, grasp the buckle end and the flat
metal "eye" end of your individual belt assembly and
position the belt across the pelvic area as LOW ON THE
PELVIS AS POSSIBLE. Insert the metal eye into the open
end of the buckle until an audible snap is heard. Make
sure the connection is secure and adjust the belt to a
SNUG FIT by pulling on the end of the belt protruding
from the buckle . The snug and low positions are essential
in
order that the force exerted by the lap belt in a colli
sion may be spread over the strong pelvic bone and not
across the soft abdominal area. For retractor equipped
belts, pull retractor half of the belts to a solid stop to
make sure that the belt webbing is completely unwound
from the retractor drum, then connect the belt and make
the necessary adjustments
at the buckle for proper fit. To
release the belts, simply depress the release
tab or button
located on the center of the buckle.
CAUTION: Never use the same belt for more than one
person at a time. Be sure to avoid: (aJ wearing a lap belt
loosely or with slack
in the system; and (bJ wearing the
belt with the
webbing wound around the retractor drum.
