Audi A8 2008 Owner's Manual page 202

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Proper occupant seating positions
Proper seating position for the driver
The proper driver seating position is important for safe ,
relaxed driving.
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Fig. 216 The correct
distance between
driver and steering
wheel
Fig. 217 Correct head
restraint position for
driver
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the
event of an acc ident , we recommend that you adjust the
driver's seat to the following position:
- Adjust the driver's seat so that you can easily push the
pedals all the way to the floor while keeping your knee(s)
slightly bent =:> & .
- Adjust the angle of the seatback so that it is in an upright
position so that your back comes in full contact with it
when you drive.
- Adjust the steering wheel so that there is a distance of at
least 10 inches (25 cm) between the steering wheel and
your breast bone =:> fig. 216. If not possible, see your
authorized Audi dealership about adaptive equipment.
- Adjust the steering wheel so that the steering wheel and
airbag cover points at your chest and not at your face.
- Grasp the top of the steering wheel with your elbow(s)
slightly bent.
- Adjust the head restraint so that the upper edge is as
even with the top of your head as poss ible but no lower
than eye level and so that it is as close to the back of your
head as poss ible =:> fig . 217.
- Fasten and wear safety belts correctly =:> page 213.
- Always keep both feet in the footwell so that you are in
control of the vehicle at all times.
For detailed information on how to adjust the driver's seat, see
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page 87.
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WARNING
Drivers who are unbelted, out of position or too close to the airbag
can be seriously injured by an airbag as it unfolds. To help reduce
the risk of serious personal injury:
• Always adjust the driver's seat and the steering wheel so that
there are at least 10 inches 125 cm) between your breastbone and
the steering wheel. .,