Mini COUNTRYMAN 2018, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and special equipment available for
the model series. Therefore equipment
which is not installed in your vehicle, for
example on account of the optional equip-
ment selected or the country specification,
may also be described here. This also ap-
plies to safety-relevant functions and sys-
tems. Comply with the relevant laws and
regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
Safe seating position
A seating position that suitably reflects the
requirements of the occupants is essential
for relaxed driving with minimum fatigue.
In an accident, the correct seating position
plays an important role. Comply with the
notes in the following chapters:
– Seats, see page 77 .
– Seat belts, see page 81 .
– Head restraints, see page 85 .
– Airbags, see page 148 .
Front seats
Safety notes
WARNING
To adjust the seat during a journey could
cause the seat to move unexpectedly. You
could lose control of the vehicle. There is a
danger of accidents. Only adjust the seat
on the driver's side when at a standstill.
WARNING
If the seat backrest is angled back too far,
the protective effect of the seat belt will
no longer be guaranteed. There is a danger
of sliding under the seat belt in the event
of an accident. There is a danger of injury
or even death. Adjust the seat before start-
ing the journey. Adjust the seat backrest
to the most upright position possible, and
do not change it during the journey.
WARNING
There is a risk of entrapment when the
seats are being moved. There is a danger
of injury or damage to property. Before
making any adjustment, make sure that
the area of movement of the seat is kept
clear.
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