1996 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual - Page 36

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 applyforce 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 bestable to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there's a sudden stop or a crash. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose.In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should against your body. fit The lappart of the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies