2008 BMW 1 Series Owner's Manual - Page 49

> Shift curvature up or down: press the switch at the top or bottom, respectively. Backrest width* 1 2 3 Longitudinal direction Height Angle You can change the width of the backrest to suit your individual preferences by adjusting the lateral-support pads. Press the front or rear end of the switch. Backrest width decreases or increases accordingly. 4 Backrest Lumbar support* To move the front seats forward or backward from outside or from one of the rear seats: with the door open, press the front end 1 or rear end 2 of the switch. Head restraints You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Increase or decrease curvature: press the switch at the front or rear, respectively. A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx. ear level. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question. Reinstall the head restraint before transporting anyone on that seat. Otherwise, 47 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 691 - © 11/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment The head restraints are adjusted manually, refer to Head restraints on page 47. Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance