2010 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 50

Adjusting BMW X5: rear seats and 3rd row seats*, adjusting height Longitudinal direction* > To raise: pull up. > To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint downward. In vehicles equipped with 3rd row seats, the height of the middle head restraint is not adjustable. 1. Pull the lever and slide the seat into the desired position. 2. Release the lever and move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly. Backrest* The backrests can be adjusted in four steps. Removing 1. Pull the head restraint upward to the stop. 2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head restraint all the way out. BMW X5: rear seats 2nd row seats [Second row seats] With a divided* row of seats you can adjust both sides individually. Never adjust the 2nd row seats while the vehicle is moving, as otherwise the passengers on the 3rd row seats could be injured. Make sure that the locking devices of the 2nd row seats engage properly. Otherwise the restraining effect of the safety belts during an accident could be reduced.< Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as needed. Access to 3rd row seats* Pull the lever and fold the seat forward. The handle recess on the interior trim of the door pillar makes climbing in easier.< 48 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG