1993 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 21

A CAUTION: I Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. 'I I I The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it wilt be in front of you. Pn a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. either. In a crash the belt could go The lap belt can't do its job up over your abdomen. The belt forces would bethere, not at = your pelvicabones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit back in the seat and well wear your safety belt p perly. I I 8