Saab 9-4X 2011, Owner'S Manual

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Saab 9-4X Owner Manual - 2011
3-12 Seats and Restraints
Raising the Seatbacks
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WARNING
If either seatback is not locked, it
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.
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WARNING
A safety belt that is improperly
routed, not properly attached,
or twisted will not provide the
protection needed in a crash. The
person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
rear seatback, always check to
be sure that the safety belts are
properly routed and attached, and
are not twisted.
To raise the seatback:
1. Lift the lever on top of the
seatback. Raise the seatback
and release the lever. The rear
seatback lock indicator (A)
extends when the seatback is
unlocked.
2. Push the seatback rearward until
it locks in the upright position.
The rear seatback lock
indicator (A) retracts when the
seatback is locked in place.
3. Make sure the rear safety
belts are not twisted or caught
between the seat cushion and
the seatback.
Reclining the Seatbacks
To recline the seatback:
1. Lift and hold the lever on top of
the seatback. The rear seatback
lock indicator (A) extends when
the seatback is unlocked.
2. Tilt the seatback rearward, and
then release the lever when
the seatback is in the desired
position. The rear seatback lock
indicator (A) retracts when the
seatback is locked in place.