1997 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual - Page 17

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