1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 15

But don't have seatback reclinedif your vehicleis moving. a Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do theirwhen job you're reclined like this. The shoulderbelt can't do its job because it won't be against yourbody. Instead, it will be in you front of you. In a crash could go into it, receiving neckor other injuries. The lapbelt can't doits job either. In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then well sit back in the seat and wear your belt properly. safety 1-4