1998 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 15

Folding Rear Seatback Safety Belts: They'refor Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you should notdo with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. A I A CAUTION: Don't let anyone ride where he or she can't wear - 1 The rear seatback in your vehicle folds down to provide more storage space. To fold the seatback down: 1. Pull forward on both levers. 2. Fold the seatback down. To raise the seatback: 1. Pull it up to the locked, upright position. 2. Be sure both latches hold the seatback place. Have in them fixedif they don't. a safety belt properly. you are in acrash and If you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things insidethe vehicle or be ejected from it. can be seriously You injured or killed. In the same crash, might you not be if you are buckled up. Always fastenyour safety belt,and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properlytoo. 1-8