Reclining Seatbacks
WARNING
Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
The shoulder belt will not 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 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 the safety belt properly.
Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.
See also:
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect front and rear
suspension and steering system for
damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear. Inspect the power
steering for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, c ...
Safety
Standard safety items include four-wheel-disc antilock brakes and an
electronic stability system. The system has rollover mitigation technology that
senses imminent rollovers and applies individua ...
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
The following vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the
engine is turned off:
Audio System
Power Windows
OnStar System (if equipped)
Sunroof (if equipped)
These fea ...