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 when 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 the safety belt properly.
Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.
See also:
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
For vehicles with the lane departure warning system, this light is located on
the center of the instrument panel. This light briefly comes on green while starting
the vehicle.
If it does not, h ...
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
The vehicle may have a rear vision camera system. Read this entire section before using it.
WARNING
The RVC system does not display pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or any other object located outs ...
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
The following messages may be displayed on the DIC:
SERVICE PARK ASSIST: If this message occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system.
PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL: This messa ...