1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 12

I I But don't have a seatbackreclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even you buckle if up, your safety belts can't their job when do you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be.against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a 'crashyou could go into it, receiving neck OF other injuries. The lap belt can't do its job either. In a crash the belt c&ld go up over your abdomen. The belt forces wouldl be there, notat your .pelvicbones. This could' cause seri'ous internal injuries. For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, have theseatback upright. Then sitwell back in the seatand wear your safety belt properly. ~. . 1-4