Rear head restraints

The rear head restraints in the BMW 5 Series G30 make an important contribution to the safety of rear passengers. This chapter explains how to adjust them optimally, remove them if necessary, or fold them for better visibility. Warnings and illustrations help to avoid incorrect operation and minimize the risk of injury.

Correctly adjusted head restraint

General

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of cervical spine injuries in an accident.

Height

Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at eye level.

Distance

Adjust the distance so that the head restraint rests as close as possible to the back of the head.

Safety notes

WARNING Head restraints that are removed or not correctly adjusted cannot provide protection and may cause injuries to the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury. Before driving with occupied seats, install the head restraints. Make sure that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. WARNING Body parts can be trapped when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. When moving the head restraint, make sure the movement area is clear. WARNING Objects on the head restraint reduce its protective effect in the head and neck area.

There is a risk of injury.

• Do not use seat covers or head restraint covers.
• Do not hang any objects, e.g. coat hangers, directly on the head restraint.
• Only use accessories that are approved as safe for attachment to the head restraint.
• Do not use accessories, e.g. cushions, while driving.

Folding the center head restraint

To improve rearward visibility, the center head restraint can be folded backward.

Only fold the head restraint backward if no person is seated in the center seat.

• To fold backward: Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the head restraint backward.
• To fold forward: Fold the head restraint forward until it locks into place.

Adjusting height

The outer head restraints can be adjusted in height.

• To lower: Press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint down.
• To raise: Push the head restraint up.

Removing

Only remove the head restraint if no person is seated in the respective seat.

1. 1
   Push the head restraint up until it stops.
2. 2
   Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head restraint completely out.

The rear head restraints of the BMW 5 Series G30/G31 offer a high level of protection and comfort for rear passengers. They can be individually adjusted in height and angle, helping to reduce the risk of injury.

Practical features such as folding the center head restraint also provide better rearward visibility when the seat is unoccupied. This combines safety with everyday usability.

The BMW 5 Series G30/G31 sets new standards for rear seat comfort and occupant protection.