34 Seats, restraintsStow head restraints securely in loadcompartment.Active head restraintsIn the event of a rear-end impact, theactive head restraints automaticallytilt forwards. Thus the head issupported so that the risk of whiplashinjury is reduced.NoteDo not attach objects or componentsthat are not approved for yourvehicle to the head restraints. Theseaffect the protective effect of thehead restraints and can be propelledthrough the vehicle in anuncontrolled manner if the driverbrakes hard or an accident occurs.Front seatsSeat position9 WarningOnly drive with the seat correctlyadjusted.■ Sit with buttocks as far back againstthe backrest as possible. Adjust thedistance between the seat and thepedals so that legs are slightlyangled when pressing the pedals.Slide the front passenger seat asfar back as possible.■ Sit with shoulders as far backagainst the backrest as possible.Set the backrest rake so that it ispossible to easily reach thesteering wheel with arms slightlybent. Maintain contact betweenshoulders and the backrest whenturning the steering wheel. Do notangle the backrest too far back. Werecommend a maximum rake ofapproximately 25°.■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 72.■ Set seat height high enough tohave a clear field of vision on allsides and of all display instruments.There should be at least one handof clearance between head and theroof frame. Your thighs should restlightly on the seat without pressinginto it.■ Adjust the head restraint 3 33.■ Adjust the height of the seat belt3 41.■ Adjust the lumbar support so that itsupports the natural shape of thespine.
