1996 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 19

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the beltas you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lappart of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force tothe strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt: If you slid under it, the belt would apply force atyour 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 best able to take belt restraining forces. The safetybelt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash. 1-11 . .