1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 14

I Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Evenyou buckle if up, your safety belts can't their jobwhen do you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its because it job won't be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can't do job either. In a crash the its belt couldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. CAUTION: (Continued) For properprotection when the vehicle is in motion, havethe seatback upright. Then sit well back in theseat and wear your safety belt properly. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint upor down so that the topof the restraint isclosest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance a neck injury in a crash. of 1-5