1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme belt

the retractor to set
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the lock.
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I ' 7. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into
the retractor while
you pu.sh. down on the child
restraint.
8. Push.and pull the child restraint in different
To remove the child festraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's
safety belt and let it
go back all the way.
The safety belt will move freely again
and be ready to
work for an adult or larger child passenger. directions to be sure
it is secure.

Larger Children Children who; have outgrown child restraints should
wear the vehicle’s.safety belts.
If, you have the choice, a child should sit next to a
wihdow ‘so‘the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and
getthe. additional restraint
a shoulder belt can provide.
‘Accident statistics show that children are safer,i€they
are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the
safety belts properly.
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0 Children.who aren’t buckled up Can be thrown out in
, Children who aren’t buckled up .can strike other
,a, crash.
people who. we.
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, &.’ What if a childis wearing a lap-shoulder belt,
but the child is
so small that the shoulder belt is
very close to the
child’s face or neck?
A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but
be sure that the shoulder belt still is on
the child’s
:. .? would have the,restraint that belts provide. If the
child is sitting in
a rear seat outside position, see
“Rear Safety Belt,
Comfo~? Guides” in the Index.
If the child is so small thatthe shoulder belt is still
very close to the. child’s face or neck, you might
want to place the child in the center seat position,
the one that has
only a lap belt.
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Wherever the child sits; the lap portion of the belt
should be
worn low and snug on the hips, just touching
the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s
pelvic bones
in a crash.
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I Safety Belt Extender
If the vehcle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you
should’use it.
But
if a .safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your
retailer wi1.l 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 1ong.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 forthe 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 all your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged
restraint system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a restraint system from doing its job, have
it
repaired.
Torn or frayed 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.
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.Replacing Seat, and 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.
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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When the’key is turned to
RUN or START, a chime
will come on for about eight
seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts,
unless the driver’s safety
belt is already buckled. The
safety belt light Will also
come on and stay on until
the driver’s belt is buckled.
Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows
i?lIR BAG or shows the air bag
symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical
system for malfunctions. The light ‘tells you if there is an
electrical problem. The system check includes the air
bag sensors and modules, the wiring and the diagnostic
module. For more information on the air bag system, ,see
“Air Bag” in the Index.
’ You will see this light flash
for a few seconds when you
turn your ignition to RUN
or START. Then the light
should go out. This means
the system is ready.
If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you
start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you
are driving, your air bag system may not work properly.,
Have your vehicle serviced right away.
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use this type of cleaner, the radio may display an error'
and eject the cartridge.
This is nongal and is the result
of an added feature in the tape player that detects broken
tapes.
If an error occurs, you will need to insert the ;
cleaning cassette at least three times to thoroughly clean
the tape player.
You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner.
This type of cleaner uses a fabrio belt to clean
the tape head. This type of cleaner cassette will not-
cause an error, but it may not ckan the tape player as
thoroughly as the scrubbing-type cleaner.
n scrubbing action cleaner is available through your
retailer
(GM Part No. 12344600).
Cassettes are subject 'to wear, and the sound quality may
degrade over time. Always verify that the cassette tape
is
in good condition and the tape player is clean before
obtaining service on your tape player.
Care of Your Compact Discs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in th,eir original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust.
If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a
clean, soft cloth ,in
a mild, neutral detergent solution and
clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling
discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges
or the
edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged.
If the mast should ever become
slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the
mast
is badly bent, as it might be by van.dals, you should
replace it.
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Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still
tightened to the fender.
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I Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Here you’ll find information about driving on different
kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve
also included many other useful tips onldriving.
Defensive Driving
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive
defensively.
Please start with
a very important safety device in your
Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the
Index.)
Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”
On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means
“always expect the unexpected.”
Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be
careless and”make mistakes. Anticipate what they might
do. Be ready for their mistakes.
Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of
accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough
following distance. It’s the best defensive driving
maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never
know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake
or turn suddenly.
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