Removing

Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question.

1. Pull the head restraint upward as far as possible.

1. Pull the head restraint upward as far as possible.
2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head restraint out completely.

Reinstall the head restraint before transporting Before transporting passengers
Reinstall the head restraint before transporting anyone in the seat; otherwise, the protective function of the head restraint is unavailable.◀

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