2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner's Manual - Page 31

Once the seatbacks are folded down, on Escalade ESV models only, the rear seat footwell area will be exposed and will have to be covered by the load floor panel. To create a load floor, do the following: Returning the Seatbacks to an Upright Position {CAUTION: If the seatback isn't locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. To return the seatbacks to the upright position, do the following: 1. On Escalade ESV models, lift the load floor panels and latch them into the seatback. 1. Release the panels from the seatbacks by pushing forward on the latches. 2. Then fold the panels back to cover the rear seat footwell area. 2. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way. On Escalade ESV models, move the headrest to the seatback. 3. Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position. 4. Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is securely in place. 5. On Escalade models, return the headrests to the upright position. 1-25