2003 Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual - Page 12

Reclining Seatbacks The vertical power seat control described earlier allows the seatback to recline. But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is m o .'-g. The lap belt can't its job either.In a crash the do belt could go 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 vehiclein is motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. rSitting in a reclined position when your bG,licle is in motion can be dangerous. Evenif you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. CAUTION: (Continued) 1-5