1997 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 16

To fold the seat, pull on the release handle at the bottom of the seat cushion marked RELEASE. When you release the seat cushion,the seatback is automatically released. Pull the loop on the seatback forward and fold the seatback onto the seat cushion. While the seat is i n the folded position, hang the latch plate end of the outer passenger position safety belts on the hooks at the top of each retractor cover, out of the way. To return the seat to the passenger position, just lift up on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches. 1-9