Adjusting the head restraints manually

at a qualified specialist workshop. The head restraints must only be removed at a qualified specialist workshop.

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.

► If the head restraint is fully lowered,

If the head restraint is fully lowered, it is necessary to press release catch 1.
To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired position.
To lower: press release catch 1 in the direction of the arrow and push the head restraint down to the desired position.

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