Saab 9-5 2011 Owner's Manual page 42

Reclining Seatbacks
9 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 when reclined like this.
The shoulder belt cannot do its job
because it will not be against your
body. It will instead be in front of
you. In a collision, you could go
into it, receiving neck or other in‐
juries.
The lap belt cannot do its job ei‐
ther. In a collision, 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 ve‐
hicle is in motion, have the back‐
rest upright. Then sit well back in
the seat and wear the safety belt
properly.
Seats, restraints
Armrest
Push right button to swivel armrest
front- or rearwards.
Under the armrest there is a storage
compartment 3 83.
Auxiliary devices, see description for
Infotainment system.
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