1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO fold seats

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The front seatback folds forward to let people get into
the back seat. The seatback latch is designed for
one
-handed operation.
To fold a front seatback forward, lift the seatback latch
fully without pushing forward on the seatback.
Push the seatback to its original position, the seatback
will lock.
Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models)
CAUTION:
If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it
can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person
sitting there could be injured. After you've used
it, be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat
to be sure it is locked.
The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get
in and out of the rear seat.
1. Fold the right front seatback forward by lifting the
seatback latch fully.
2. The seat will slide forward to allow someone to get
into the rear seat area.3. Push the seatback upright to lock and slide the seat
fully rearward to lock.
4. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
5. The front passenger should try to move the seat to
make sure the seat is locked into place.
Rear Seats
Folding the Rear Seat
To fold down the rear seat,
pull the release straps
located in the trunk. The
right strap operates the right
rear split seat. The left
strap operates the left rear
split seat.
Fold the seatback down from the inside of the vehicle.
Push the seatback up to return it to its original position.
To make sure the seatback is secure, push the seatback
into a fully upright position. Pull the seatback forward
slightly to make sure that it is latched. The seatback
should not fold down.
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CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in
a crash.

Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a
trunk, put them as far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.

Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that some of them are
above the tops of the seats.

Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.

When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.

Don't leave a seat folded down unless you
need to.
Towing a Trailer
CAUTION:
If you don't use the correct equipment and drive
properly, you can lose control when you pull a
trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the
brakes may not work well
-- or even at all. You
and your passengers could be seriously injured.
You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the
steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice
and information about towing a trailer with
your vehicle.
Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with the
2.4L L4 (Code T) engine.
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Safety Belts (Continued)
Extender 1-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Wear Properly 1-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Incorrect Usage 1-18, 1-19, 1-20, 1-21, 1-52, 1-53 . . . . .
Lap Belt 1-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lap-Shoulder 1-14, 1-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Larger Children 1-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Position 1-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Questions and Answers 1-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Comfort Guides 1-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Seat Passengers 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder Light 1-8, 2-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing After a Crash 1-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Right Front Passenger Position 1-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Smaller Children and Babies 1-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use During Pregnancy 1-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why They Work 1-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Chains 4-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Defects, Reporting 8-10, 8-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Warnings and Symbols iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scheduled Maintenance 7
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scheduled Maintenance Services 7-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Adjuster 1-2, 1-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seatback, Reclining Front 1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats
Folding Rear 1
-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Front 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restraint Systems 1-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing a Child Restraint 1-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Second Gear, Automatic Transaxle 2
-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security Light 2-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulletins, Ordering 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manuals, Ordering 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Identification Label 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Ordering 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Work, Doing Your Own 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Appearance Care 6-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Owner Publications 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . .
Service Engine Soon Light 2-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Publications 8-11, 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . .
Sheet Metal Damage 6-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Lever 2-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting
Automatic Transaxle 2
-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Into Park (P) 2-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Out of Park (P) 2-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signaling Turns 2-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Skidding 4-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Equipment, Adding 2-16, 3-22, 6-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare Tire, Compact 5-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications and Capacities 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications, Engine 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speech Impaired, Customer Assistance 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer 2-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS 1-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stains, Cleaning 6-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter Switch Check 7-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your Engine 2-17, 2-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steam 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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