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1979 450 SLC Seatback issue-Driver side

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Default 1979 450 SLC Seatback issue-Driver side

Lately I can not fold the driver seat seatback (& headrest) forward, to gain access to the rear seat
This seat automatically locks the seatback in the upright position as soon as the car begins to drive and is supposed to unlock and fold forward, once the car is stationary so that one can get into or out of the back seat.
It locks in position fine, but will not UNLOCK thereby making access to the rear seat impossible.
I can unlock it with a screwdriver (pry it open) but as soon as I drive the car, the seat back locks again.
I cannot find anything in the repair manual on how to fix this.
Any help would be appreciated
Thank you
Kurt
 
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