Cadillac CTS 2008 Owner's Manual

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Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in acrash — even one that is not your fault — you andyour passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driverdoes not protect you from things beyond yourcontrol, such as bad drivers.Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) ofhome. And the greatest number of serious injuriesand deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph(65 km/h).Safety belts are for everyone.How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyThis section is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know aboutsafety belts and children. And there are different rules forsmaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in thevehicle, see Older Children on page 1-32 or Infants andYoung Children on page 1-35. Follow those rules foreveryone’s protection.It is very important for all occupants to buckle up.Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more oftenin crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown outof the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike othersin the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safetybelt, there is important information you should know.1-17