Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Australia/New Zealand-
15749882) - 2022 - CRC - 9/20/21
Seats and Restraints
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To unlatch the belt, push the button on the
buckle. The belt should return to its stowed
position.
Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat
belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed
position, the retractor may lock and cannot
be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat
belt firmly straight out to unlock the
webbing, and then release it. If the webbing
is still locked in the retractor, see your
dealer.
Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt
is out of the way. If a door is slammed
against a seat belt, damage can occur to
both the seat belt and the vehicle.
Seat Belt Pretensioners
This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for
both occupants. Although the seat belt
pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part
of the seat belt assembly. They can help
tighten the seat belts during the early
stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner activation are
met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help
tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a
rollover event.
Pretensioners work only once. If the
pretensioners activate in a crash, the
pretensioners and probably other parts of
the vehicle's seat belt system will need to
be replaced. See
.
Do not sit on the seat belt while entering or
exiting the vehicle or at any time while
sitting in the seat. Sitting on the seat belt
can damage the webbing and hardware.
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seat belts work for everyone, including
pregnant women. Like all occupants, they
are more likely to be seriously injured if
they do not wear a seat belt.
A pregnant woman should wear a three
point belt with the lap portion of the belt
worn as low as possible below the rounding
of their stomach, throughout the pregnancy.
Safety System Check
Periodically check the seat belt reminder,
seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors
and seat belt anchorages to make sure they
are all in working order.
Look for any other loose or damaged seat
belt system parts that might keep a seat
belt system from performing properly. See
your dealer to have it repaired.
Torn, frayed, or twisted seat belts may not
protect you in a crash. Torn or frayed seat
belts can rip apart under impact forces. If a
belt is torn or frayed, have it replaced
immediately. If a belt is twisted, it may be
possible to untwist by reversing the latch
plate on the webbing. If the twist cannot be
corrected, ask your dealer to fix it.
Make sure the seat belt reminder light is
working. See
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for and
maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and
free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior
hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be
lightly cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris
in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in