1996 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 12

-AUTION: (C itinued) up, your safety belts can't do their jobwhen you're reclined like this. The shoulderbelt can't do its job because it won't be against yourbody. Instead, itwill be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or otherinjuries. The lapbelt can't do itsjob either. In a crash the belt could go up over yourabdomen. The belt forces would bethere, notat your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down that the top.of the so restraint is closest tothe top of your ears. This position reduces the chance a neck injury in a crash. of On some models, the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. Don't let anyone ride where or she can't wear he a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured orkilled. In thesame crash,you might not be if you are buckled up. Alwaysfasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properlytoo.