2009 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 56

Safety and security Occupant safety For your safety, when disposing of the ETD allways follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control all seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. G Observe Safety notes, see page 72. Observe the following points: RAlways be in a properly seated position. RThe position should be as far rearward from the front air bag in steering wheel 1 as possible, while still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. RAdjust seat 3 to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. RSeat 3 must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten and position your seat belt 2. RThe seat backrest must be in a position that is as nearly upright as possible. 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat belt 3 Seat X RAdjust the seat cushion so that the front edge of the seat cushion lightly supports your legs. the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. place hands under seat 3 or near any moving parts while seat 3 is being adjusted. Properly position seat 3 (Y page 73) and head restraint (Y page 74). RAdjust RNever 54