Chevrolet 1998 Prizm Owner's Manual page 17

Reclining Front Seatbacks
To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of
the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where
you want it. Push on
the
seat to make sure it's locked
into position. Pull up on the lever, and the seat will go
to its original upright position.
But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving
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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 can't do their job when
you're reclined like this.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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