Reclining Seatbacks - Pontiac 2005 GTO Owner's Manual

Reclining Seatbacks

Use the vertical switch on the outboard side of the front
seat cushion to recline the seatbacks.
Press the switch forward or rearward to recline or raise
the seatback to the desired position. See Power
Seats on page 1-2.
But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle
is moving.
CAUTION:
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Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle
is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you
buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their
job when you are reclined like this.
The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it
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 cannot 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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