2011 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 82

80 Seats Resetting the front seat head restraints It is necessary to reset the front seat head restraints after the voltage supply has been interrupted, e.g. if the battery has been completely discharged or disconnected. X Make sure that the cup holder on the center console is folded down (Y page 197). X Move the seat as far forward as possible and the head restraint in as far as possible. The back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Rear seat occupants can be seriously injured or killed. Adjusting the head restraint height Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Rear seat head restraints Important safety notes G Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints. X X To raise: pull the head restraint up until the desired height has been reached. To lower: push the head restraint down until the desired height has been reached. G Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraint in such a way 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. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation. With a rear seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident. Installing/removing the rear seat head restraints X To remove: pull the head restraint up and out. X To re-install: insert the head restraint so that the arched side points in the direction of travel. X Push the head restraint down until you hear it engage in position. Adjusting the luxury head restraints G Warning When folding back the head restraint side bolsters, do not put your hands between the side bolster and the cushion holder. There is a danger of becoming trapped. G Warning! Make sure the rear seat head restraints engage when placing them upright manually. Otherwise their protective function cannot be ensured.