Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?
A: You could be— whether you are wearing a safety belt or not.
Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts— not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.
See also:
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
Some vehicles have a rear seat pass-through door in the center of the rear
seatback. Fold down the center armrest and push down on the latch to open the
door. ...
Safety System Check
Now and then, check that the safety
belt reminder light, safety belts,
buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are all working properly.
Look for any other loose or
damaged safety b ...
Twilight Sentinel
This feature automatically turns the lamps on and off. A light sensor on top
of the instrument panel makes the Twilight Sentinel® work, so be sure it is not
covered.
With Twilight Sentinel th ...