1998 Chevrolet Venture Owner's Manual - Page 38

I A CAUTION: A seat that isn't locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could beinjured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it. 1 9. Attach the mini-buckle so that the safety beltis ready for use when a passenger uses the seat. The buckle reattachesby pushing the latch into the buckle until the red center pops out again. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the other section of the split bench seat. 7. Lift the seatback reclinerlever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright. 8. Push and pull onthe seatback to check that it is locked. I A CAUTION: A safety beltthat is twistedor not properly attached won't provide the protection needed ain crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installingthe seat, always check tobe sure that the safety belts are not twisted and are properly attached. b I I 4 CAUTION: If the seatback isn't locked,it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback tobe sure it is locked. 1-25