2006 Buick Rendezvous Owner's Manual - Page 15

Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. Up-Level To recline the seatback on up-level split bench seats, push forward on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seatback. To recline the seatback on base-level split bench seats, lift up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seatback. Move the seatback to the desired position. It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback. The seatbacks on each section also fold forward to put items behind the seats. Lift up or push forward on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward. The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position. Base-Level After raising a seatback to an upright position, push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked upright. 1-9