1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 19

I Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motioncan be dangerous.Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't their job when do you're reclined like this. The shoulder beltcan't do its job because it won't be against yourbody. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could gointo it, receiving neckor other injuries. The lap belt can'tdo its job either. In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not your pelvic bones. at This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle in is motion, have the seatback upright. Then well sit back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. But don't have a seatback reclined vehicle is moving. if your Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up down so that the top of the or restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in crash. a