- Position the head restraint according to the occupant's
height=>
page 75. For maximum protection, the top of
the head restraint should be at least at eye level, prefer-
ably higher and ideally level with the top of the head
=>
page 151, fig. 158.
& WARNING
Never place any objects in the driver's footwell. An object could
get into the pedal area and interfere with pedal function. In case
of sudden braking or an accident, you would not be able to brake
or accelerate. •
Front passenger's seat
Always move the front passenger seat into the rearmost
position.
To avoid contact with the airbag while it is deploying, do not
sit any closer to the ins trument panel than necessary and
always wear the three-point safety belt provided adjusted
correctly. We recommend that you adjust the passenger's
seat in the fo llowing manner:
- Move the front passenger seat into the rearmost pos ition
of the fore and aft adjustment range =>
& in "Why is
your seat adjustment so important?" on
page 70.
- Bring the backrest up to an (almost) upright position. Do
not ride with the seat reclined.
- The ide al position for the head restraint is with the upper
edge of the restraint level with the top of your head
=>
page 75. You should not lower the top of the restraint
below the level of your eyes.
Cont rols and equip-
ment
Seats and storage
- Place your feet on the floor in front of the passenger's
seat. •
Power front seat adjustment
Seat adjustment controls
The operating logic for the switches corresponds to the
construction and function of the seat.
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Fig. 69 Front seat:
Controls for seat
adjustment
The switches to adjust the seat cushion and the seat back corre -
spond to the layout, the design and the function of the seat. The
seats are adjusted by moving the switches fo llowing this logic.
Controls
© Lumbar support
@ Seat adjustment
© Seat back adjustment •
Vehicle care
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