2003 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 37

Getting started Adjusting Seat fore and aft adjustment Press the switch forward or backward in the direction of arrow 2 until you can comfortably press the pedals all the way to the floor. Seat cushion tilt Press the switch up or down in the direction of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported. Backrest tilt Press the switch forward or backward in the direction of arrow 4 until your hands are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. Head restraint height Warning! Steering wheel G Warning! G For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The steering wheel must be locked while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or driving without the steering column locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Pull up or push down on head restraint until it is in desired position. Head restraint tilt Manually adjust the angle of the head restraint. Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion. More information can be found in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 91). 1 Lever i With the front door open, the seats can still be adjusted approx. 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. 37