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Notes on the correct driver's seat position

WARNING Risk of injury if vehicle settings are adjusted while the vehicle is in motion

You could lose control of the vehicle in the following situations in particular:

if you adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors while the vehicle is in motion.
if you fasten your seat belt while the vehicle is in motion.

Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat belt before you start the vehicle.

Make sure of the following regarding the correct driver's seat position:

You are as far away from the driver's airbag as possible, taking the following points into consideration.
Your legs are not fully extended and you can depress the pedals properly.
You can move your legs freely.
The seat backrest is in an almost upright position.
You are sitting in an upright position.
You can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent.
You can see all the displays on the instrument cluster clearly.
The inside and outside mirrors have been set in such a way that you have a good overview of the traffic conditions.
Your seat belt is pulled snugly against your body and is routed across the centre of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic area.