1998 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 25

A CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even you buckle if up, your safety belts can't do their when job you're reclined like this. its The shoulder belt can't do job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck other injuries. or The lapbelt can't do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, notat yourpelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. L But don't have a seatback reclinedif your vehicle is moving. , ~ Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. 1 -5