Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the safety belts!
When you wear a safety belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense.
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Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on
flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
- Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
- ...
Safety Locks (Sedan and Wagon)
The vehicle has rear door security
locks. These prevent passengers
from opening the rear doors from
the inside.
Lock Label shown
The rear door security locks are
located on the inside edge ...
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that
correspond to the vehicle's three
control systems:
- Braking Skid — wheels are
not rolling.
- Steering or Cornering
Skid — too much speed or
s ...