1996 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 11

. ' I , . But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 'Sittingin a reclined position whenyour vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, yoursafety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulderbelt can?tdo its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could gointo it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can't do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would bethere, not at 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 inthe seat and wear your safety belt properly. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the !top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. 1-3