But
don’t
have
a
seatback reclined
if
your vehicle
is
moving.
A
CAUTION:
Sitting in
a
reclined position when your vehicle
is
in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle
up, your safety belts can’t
do
their job when
you’re reclined like this.
The shoulder belt can’t do its 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 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 be there, 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 in the seat and wear your safety belt properly.
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