Good to know. Correct driver seating position

In the Mercedes E-Class (4th gen, W212, 2009–2016), the correct driver seating position plays a decisive role in safety and comfort. These instructions help you adjust the seat, steering wheel and mirrors optimally to ensure an ergonomic posture. This way all controls are within easy reach and the driver stays attentive and safe on every journey.

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This operator's manual describes all models, standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the editorial deadline of this operator's manual. Country-specific deviations are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all described functions. This also applies to safety-related systems and functions.

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Correct driver seating position

WARNING

You can lose control of the vehicle if you, while driving,

• adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors
• fasten the seat belt.

There is a risk of accidents!

Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine.

Observe the safety notes on seat adjustment .

Check that the seatis correctly adjusted.

Manual and electric seat adjustment

Electric seat adjustment

When adjusting the seat, make sure that you

• are as far away from the driver airbag as possible
• adopt a normal, upright seating position
• can fasten the seat belt correctly
• have set the seatback to an almost upright position
• have set the seat cushion tilt so that your thighs are lightly supported
• can press the pedals fully.

Check that the head restraint is correctly adjusted.

Make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported by the central area of the head restraint at eye level.

Observe the safety notes on steering wheel adjustment .

Check that the steering wheelis correctly adjusted.

Adjusting the steering wheel manually

Adjusting the steering wheel electrically

When adjusting the steering wheel, make sure that you

• can reach the steering wheel with slightly bent arms
• can move your legs freely
• can see all displays in the instrument cluster clearly.

Observe the safety notes on the seat belts .

Check that the seat beltis correctly fastened .

The seat belt must

• lies close against the body
• runs across the middle of the shoulder
• runs across the pelvis, low over the hips.

Adjust the interior and exterior mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the traffic .

Vehicles with memory function: Store seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror settings using the memory function

The correct driver seating position in the Mercedes E-Class W212 (model years 2009–2016) is an important contribution to driving safety. It allows optimal operation of all vehicle functions and ensures that airbags and seat belts provide the best possible protection in an accident.

Clear instructions on adjusting the seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirrors support the driver in adopting a safe and ergonomic position.

This keeps the E-Class a model of well-thought-out safety and comfort solutions.