1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 15

Seatback Latches (2-Door Models) up, your safety belts can't their jobwhen do you're reclined like this. its The shoulder belt can't do job because it 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'tdo its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could causeserious 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. The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat. To fold a front seatback forward, lift thelatch located on the lower back side of the seatback. Then the seat will fold forward. Head Restraints Slide the headrestraint up or down that the top of the so restraint is closest to the topof your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. When you return the seatback to its original position, make sure the seatback islocked. The latch must be down for the seat to work properly. 1-5