12 Seats and Safety Equipment Seats and Safety Equipment • While sitting, your shoulders should lean against the backrest as much as possible. Adjust the tilt of the backrest so that your arms can reach the steering wheel with a slight bend. Ensure that your shoulders remain against the backrest while turning the steering wheel. The backrest should not be tilted too far back. We recommend a maximum tilt angle of around 25° • The seat height should be adjusted so that passengers can clearly see in all directions and the instrument panel position. Head and roof distance should be at least one hand span. • Thighs should be positioned on the seat without being pressed.
Seat Adjustment Adjusting Seat Position Seat Position and Normal Backrest Condition Adjusting Seat Backrest • While sitting, you should sit back and lean as far back as possible against the backrest. Adjust the distance between the seat and pedals to ensure your feet are slightly bent while stepping on the pedal. The passenger seat should be slid back as far as possible.