adjustment (general example).
The correct seating positions for the driver and passengers are specified in the information that follows. The safety belt and
airbags only provide the optimum protection when vehicle occupants are seated in a correct seating position.
If you have a physical impairment that prevents you from sitting correctly on the driver seat with a correctly worn safety belt
and reaching the pedals, special modifications to your vehicle may be necessary. For information on possible changes to your
vehicle, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility qualified for this. Volkswagen
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Alternatively, contact
the Volkswagen Customer CARE Center at +00 (1) 800 822 8987.
For your safety and to reduce the risk of injuries in the event of a sudden braking maneuver or accident, Volkswagen
recommends the following seating positions:
The following applies to all vehicle occupants:
Adjust the head restraint so that the upper edge of the head restraint is in line with the upper portion of the head as much
as possible, but not lower than eye level. Position the back of the head as close as possible to the head restraint fig. 21.
For shorter individuals, slide the head restraint all the way downward, even if the head is then below the upper edge of th
head restraint.
For taller individuals, move the head restraint upward all the way.
Keep both feet in the footwell while driving.
Adjust and fasten the safety belts correctly ⇒ Safety belts.
The following additional points apply to the driver:
Adjust the forward/back position of the driver seat so that you can press the pedals while your legs are slightly bent and
there is at least 10 cm (around 4 inches) of space between the instrument panel and your knees fig. 21.
Adjust the driver seat so that the top point of the steering wheel can be reached.
Position the seat backrest in an upright position, so that your back rests completely on the seat backrest.
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm (around
10 inches) fig. 21 and you can hold the steering wheel firmly at the sides with both hands and your elbows slightly bent.
When adjusted, the steering wheel must always face your chest and not be directed toward your face.
In vehicles with head restraints that can be moved forward or back, position the head restraint so that it is as close as
possible to the back of the head.
Always keep both feet in the footwell to keep control of the vehicle at all times.
The following additional points apply to the front passenger:
In vehicles with head restraints that can be moved forward or back, position the head restraint so that it is as close as
possible to the back of the head.
Position the seat backrest in an upright position, so that your back rests completely on the seat backrest.
Push the front passenger seat back into the rear half of the adjustable range so that the airbag can provide optimum
protection if it deploys.
Safety belts
Introduction
Check the condition of all of the safety belts regularly. If there is damage to the belt fabric, the belt connections, the automatic
safety belt retractor or the buckle, have the affected safety belt replaced immediately by suitably qualified professionals ⇒
. The authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility must use the correct parts for the vehicle,
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