How to Fold Down the Rear Seats in a Chevy Malibu

Are you tired of dealing with storage challenges in your Chevy Malibu? Discover the practical solution by mastering how to fold down the rear seats with our comprehensive guide. Even with the spacious trunk, you just might need that 60-40 split fold option. 

2019 – 2023 Models

  1. Locate and pull the release levers in the trunk area near the top of the rear seats.
  2. Move to the rear seats and push them forward to fold them down.
  3. For additional cargo space, flip down the middle armrest and find the small release tabs to fold the center pass-through.

1997 – 2003, 2008 – 2012, & 2016 – 2018 Models

  1. Locate and pull the release strap on the lower side of the rear seat, behind the driver’s seat.
  2. Fold the seats down.

2013 – 2015 Models

  1. Look for and press the release button or lever at the top corner of the rear seats.
  2. Push the seatback forward to fold it down.
  3. Repeat the process for the other rear seat.

2004 – 2007 Models

  1. Look for and pull the release lever at the top of the rear seat on the driver’s side.
  2. Fold the seat forward.
  3. Repeat the process for the passenger-side rear seat.

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