Reclining Front Seatbacks - Chevrolet 2000 Cavalier Owner's Manual

Reclining Front Seatbacks

To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side
of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it.
Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the
lever and the seat will go to an upright position.
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But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle
is moving.