Jeep 2009 Commander - Manual (Page 134)

50/50 Third Row Folding Seat — If Equipped
To Lower Rear Seat
Either side of the third row seat can be lowered to allow
for extended cargo space, and still maintain some rear
seating room.
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Push the seatback release handle (toward rear of
vehicle), and lower the seatback using the pull strap.
3. Close the tailgate.
Seatback Release Handle
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE