Manually adjustable seats
At a glance

1 Forward/backward
2 Thigh support
3 Seat tilt
4 Backrest width
5 Lumbar support
6 Height
7 Backrest tilt
Forward/backward

Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction.
After releasing the lever, move the seat forward or back slightly to make sure it engages properly.
Height

Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary.
Backrest tilt

Pull the lever and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary
Seat tilt

Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired tilt. After releasing the lever, apply your weight to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat engages properly.
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