Adjusting the front head restraintsAdjusting the front head restraints  - Head restraints - Seats and storage - Controls - Audi S5 Owner's Manual - Audi S5

In combination with properly worn seat belts, the head restraints offer effective protection. However, they must always be properly adjusted to suit the height of the occupant.

Fig. 75 Front seat: Adjusting head restraint
Fig. 75 Front seat: Adjusting head restraint

Fig. 76 Front seat: Adjusting head restraint (electric adjustment*)
Fig. 76 Front seat: Adjusting head restraint (electric adjustment*)

Raising head restraint

– Take hold of the sides of the head restraint with both hands.
– Push the head restraint upwards.

Lowering head restraint

– Take hold of the sides of the head restraint.
– Press button A ⇒ fig. 75 and push the head restraint downwards.

Electric height adjustment

– Press the switch ⇒ fig. 76 up or down to move the head restraint to the desired height.
– You should adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is at least at eye level, or higher ⇒ fig. 75.

For best protection, the top of the head restraint should be at least at eye level, or higher.

The height of the head restraints is adjustable. They should be set to suit the height of the occupant. In combination with the seat belts, the head restraints offer effective protection, provided they are properly adjusted.