BMW 525i Owner's Manual page 39

the backrest too far to the rear while the
vehicle is being driven, as otherwise there
is a danger in the event of an accident of
'sliding under' the safety belt, eliminating
the protection normally provided by the
belt.<
Please observe the information on Damage
to safety belts provided on page
information on the active head restraints on
page 40.
Seat adjustment
To ensure that the safety systems
continue to provide optimized protec-
tion, please observe the adjustment
instructions on page
1
Longitudinal direction
2 Height
3
Angle
4
Backrest
Adjusting comfort seat
In addition to the power seat functions,
several other adjustment options are avail-
able with the comfort seat:
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1 Backrest width
By adjusting the backrest width, you
can increase or reduce lateral support
2
Shoulder support
You can use the adjustable upper back-
rest for supplementary support in the
shoulder region. This provides a
relaxed driving position and helps
relieve stress on the shoulder muscles
Make corrections in the forward/
backward adjustment of the seat
to ensure that the safety belt still fits
firmly against your body. If you do not
do this, the protection provided by the
safety belt may be
3 Thigh support
Adjust the thigh support until the ideal
support is provided for the thigh
4 Lumbar support
See below
Adjusting sports seat
In addition to the seat cushion, on the
sports seat you can adjust the thigh sup-
port 3, see above.
Easy entry/exit*
The backrest width automatically moves as
high up and far forward as possible to ease
driver entry and exit before then returning
to the standard or stored memory setting.
This automatic feature is governed by the
driver's door and the ignition switch.
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