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the top of the head is then below the upper edge of the head
restraint.
Tall people should pull the head restraint all the way up.
Adjust the seat backrest angle to an upright position so that your
back is in full contact with it when the vehicle is moving.
Always keep both feet on the floor and in the footwell whenever
the vehicle is moving.
Always adjust and fasten safety belts properly → Safety belts .
Driver - seat and steering wheel adjustment:
Adjust the steering wheel so that there are at least 10 inches
(25 cm) between the steering wheel and your breast bone
→ Fig. 37 . When adjusting the proper distance to the steering
wheel, grasp the top of the steering wheel with your elbows
slightly bent.
Always hold the steering wheel on the outside of the steering
wheel rim with your hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions
to help reduce the risk of personal injury if the driver's airbag
inflates.
Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position or with
your hands at other places inside the steering wheel rim or on the
steering wheel hub. Holding the steering wheel the wrong way
can cause serious injuries to the hands, arms, and head if the