Cadillac 2012 SRX - Manual (Page 72)

Black plate (12,1) Cadillac SRX Owner Manual (Include Mex) - 2012
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. A tab near
the seatback lever raises when
the seatback is unlocked.
2. Push the seatback rearward until
it locks in the upright position.
A tab near the seatback lever
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. A tab near the
seatback lever raises when the
seatback is unlocked.
2. Tilt the seatback rearward,
and then release the lever when
the seatback is in the desired
position. A tab near the seatback
lever retracts when the seatback
is locked in place.