Honda 1995 Accord Wagon, Owner'S Manual

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The Seat Belt System and How It Works
Why Wear Seat Belts
Wearing seat belts and wearing
them properly is fundamental to
your safety and the safety of
your passengers.
During a crash or emergency
stop, seat belts can help keep
you from being thrown against
the inside of the car, against
other occupants, or out of the
car.
Of course, seat belts cannot
completely protect you in every
crash. But, in most cases, seat
belts reduce your chance of
serious injury. They can even
save your life. That is why many
states and all Canadian
provinces require you to wear
seat belts.
Important Safety Reminders
Seat belts are designed for adults
and larger children. All infants
and small children must be
properly restrained in child
safety seats (see page
17 ).
A pregnant woman needs to
wear a seat belt to protect
herself and her unborn child
(see page
9 ).
Two people should never use the
same seat belt. If they do, they
could be very seriously injured
in a crash.
Do not place the shoulder
portion of a lap/shoulder belt
under your arm or behind your
back. This could increase the
chance of serious injuries in a
crash.
Do not put shoulder belt pads or
other accessories on seat belts.
They can reduce the
effectiveness of the belts and
increase the chance of injury.
Seat Belt System Components
Your Honda has seat belts in all
five seating positions. The front
seats and the outside positions
of the rear seat have lap/shoulder
Not wearing a seat belt
increases the chance of being
killed or seriously hurt in a
crash.
Be sure you and your
passengers always wear seat
belts and wear them properly.
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Driver and Passenger Safety