1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 19

To create a load floor, release the panels from the seatback by pushing rearward on the latch and fold them out to cover the rear seat footwell. A CAUTION: A seat that isq't locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in thevehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it. To return the seat to the passenger position, lift the load floor panels and latch them into the seatback. Then, liftthe seatback up and push rearward until it latches. Return head restraints to their original position and lowerthe seat cushion until it latches in position. After returning the seat to the passenger position, pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is locked in place. Also, pull the safety beltbuckles out of the seat cushion pockets,so they will be available forrear seat passengers to use. r A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won't provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installing the seat, always check to be sure thatthe safety belts are not ' twisted and areproperly attached. 1-12