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.
2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head
restraint out completely.
Before transporting passengers
Reinstall the head restraint before transporting
anyone in the seat; otherwise, the protective
function of the head restraint is unavailable.◀
See also:
Safety belt reminder for the driver's and front passenger seat
The indicator lamp flashes or
lights up
and a signal sounds. Make sure that the
safety belts are positioned correctly.
The safety belt reminder is active at speeds
above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h ...
Ignition on
Automatic transmission: press the Start/Stop
button, and do not press on the brake pedal at
the same time.
Manual-shift transmission: press the Start/Stop
button, and do not press on the clutch ...
Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning.
It is characterized by a partial or complete
loss of contact ...
