Mercedes-Benz S 450 2020, Operator'S Manual

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Notes on the correct driver's seat position
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WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting
the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in
motion
You could lose control of the vehicle in the
following situations:
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if you adjust the driver's seat, the head
restraint, the steering wheel or the mirror
while the vehicle is in motion
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if you fasten your seat belt while the vehi‐
cle is in motion
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Before starting the engine: adjust the
driver's seat, the head restraint, the
steering wheel or the mirror and fasten
your seat belt.
Ensure the following when adjusting steering
wheel 1 , seat belt 2 and driver's seat 3 :
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You are sitting as far away from the driver's
airbag as possible, taking the following
points into consideration.
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You are sitting in an upright position
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Your thighs are slightly supported by the seat
cushion
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Your legs are not fully extended and you can
depress the pedals properly
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The back of your head is supported at eye
level by the center of the head restraint
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You can hold the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent
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You can move your legs freely
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You can see all the displays on the instru‐
ment cluster clearly
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You have a good overview of the traffic con‐
ditions
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Your seat belt sits snugly against your body
and passes across the center of your shoul‐
der and across your hips in the pelvic area
Seats
Adjusting the front seat electrically
& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if
the seats are adjusted by children
Children could become trapped if they adjust
the seats, particularly when unattended.
96 Seats and stowing