2005 Chevrolet Aveo Owner's Manual - Page 13

To fold down the seatback, do the following: {CAUTION: 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 return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position. Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seatback. 2. Push down firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position. 1. If your vehicle has adjustable head restraints, push the head restraints down all the way. 2. Pull up the release knob located on top of the rear seatback. 3. Fold the rear seatback forward and down. 4. Move the safety belts out of the space between the seatback and the seat cushion so they are not in the way as the seat is being folded. Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. 1-7