GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

The second row seat is a 65/35 split seat which may be folded and tumbled as well as reclined. Use the fold and tumble feature for gaining access to the rear compartment when using the midgate. Pull up on the lever marked 1 to recline the seatback.

To fold and tumble the second row seat(s), do the following:

  1. Push the head restraints fully down.

  2. Object Number: 1224579  Size: A2
  3. Fold the seatback flat on the seat by pulling up on the front part of the lever. The lever is located on the outboard side of the seatback and is indicated as 1 on the side of the seatback and on the lever.
  4. Release the rear set of seat hooks from the floor pins by pulling up on the rear part of the lever indicated as 2 on the side of the seatback and on the lever. This enables the seat to be tumbled forward.

Returning the Seats to an Upright Position

To return the seat(s) to the upright position, do the following:

  1. Pull the lever found near the lower outboard side of the seat cushion forward.
  2. Rotate the seat down to reengage the seat hooks.
  3. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down.
  4. Pull the seatback up to return it to the upright position.