Buick Encore 2014 Owner's Manual page 57

Caution
Folding the rear seatback prior to
tilting the seat cushion forward
may damage the rear seat.
Always tilt the rear seat cushion
forward before folding the
seatback.
To fold a seatback down:
1. Make sure the floor area in front
of the rear seats is clear.
2. Fully lower the head restraint.
See Head Restraints on
page 3-2.
3. Slide the front seats forward and
place the front seatbacks in the
upright position. See Seat
Adjustment on page 3-3 and
Reclining Seatbacks on
page 3-5.
4. Pull the strap on the front edge
of the rear seat cushion to
release the cushion. Tilt the seat
cushion forward toward the front
of the vehicle.
The seat cushion must be tilted
forward before the seatback is
folded down. Otherwise, the
seatback will not fold down
properly.
Seats and Restraints
Rear Seat with Retainer Hook on
the Seatback
5. Make sure the safety belt is in
the retainer hook on top of the
seatback, if equipped.
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