But
don’t have
a
seatback
reclined
if
your
vehicle
is
moving.
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. 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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