Correct distance between the driver and the steering wheel,
correct seat belt routing and correct head restraint adjustment
(illustration).
The following describes the correct sitting positions for the driver and passengers.
The seat belts and airbags can only provide a maximum level of protection if a correct sitting position is assumed. If any vehicle
occupants cannot assume a correct sitting position due to their physical build, they should contact a suitably qualified workshop to find
out about possible special modifications. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
Volkswagen recommends the following seating position for your own safety, for the most fatigue-free driving possible and to reduce
the level of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an accident:
The following applies to all vehicle occupants:
—Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same height as the top of the head, but not lower than eye level. Position
the back of your head as close to the head restraint as possible at all times → Fig. 1.
—For small people, push the head restraint all the way down, even if the head is then located underneath the top edge of the head
restraint.
—For tall people, push the head restraint up as far as it will go.
—Always keep both feet in the footwell.
—Adjust and fasten seat belts properly .
Additional points for the driver:
—Sit as far back as possible on the seat.
—Adjust the driver seat by moving it forwards or backwards so that you are able to press the pedals to the floor with your knees still
slightly bent and so that the distance from the dash panel to your knees is at least 10 cm (around 4 inches) → Fig. 1 B .
—Adjust the height so that you can reach the highest point of the steering wheel.
—Move the backrest into an upright position so that your back rests fully against it.
—The thighs should rest loosely on the seat. The back of the knees should protrude a few centimetres beyond the front edge of the
seat. Use further equipment-dependent adjustment options for the seats (→ Front seat, mechanical) (→ Front seat, electric).
—Adjust the seat so that the distance between the steering wheel and your breastbone is at least 25 cm (around 10 inches) → Fig. 1
A
and the circumference of the steering wheel can be held at the sides with both hands and your arms slightly bent.
—The steering wheel must always point towards the breastbone and not towards the face.
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