2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 17

To fold the rear seat, do the following: 1. Pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion. Then, pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward. 3. Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is securely in place. Check to see that the buckles on the driver's side seatback are accessible to the outboard and center occupant and are not under the seat cushions. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag system. 2. After folding the seat cushion fully forward, pull the seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is flat. If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion, try moving the front seat forward and/or bringing the front seat more upright. The lever at the base of the seat must be turned rearward to release the seatback. To return the seat to the passenger position do the following: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way. 2. Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position. CAUTION: Don't let anyone ride where he or she can't wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. 1-10