Hyundai Elantra HD: Headrest - Rear seat adjustment - Seat - Safety system of your vehicle - Hyundai Elantra HD 2006–2010 Owners ManualHyundai Elantra HD: Headrest

The rear seat is equipped with headrests in the outboard seating positions (except

The rear seat is equipped with headrests in the outboard seating positions (except center seating position) for the occupant's safety and comfort.

The headrest not only provides comfort for passengers, but also helps to protect the head and neck in the event of a collision.

Adjusting the height up and down

Adjusting the height up and down

To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

Removal

Removal

To remove the headrest, raise it as far as it can go then press the release button (1) while pulling upward (2). To reinstall the headrest, put the headrest poles (3) into the holes while pressing the release button (1). Then adjust it to the appropriate height.

WARNING WARNING

Make sure the headrest locks in position after adjusting it to properly protect the occupants.

WARNING WARNING

  • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most people's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes. Also, adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible.The use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended.
  • Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed as severe injury to an occupant may occur in the event of an accident. Headrests may provide protection against severe neck injuries when properly adjusted.
Armrest (if equipped)
To use the armrest, pull it forward from the seatback. CAUTION Make sure the engine is off, the automatic transaxle is in P or the manual transaxle is in neutral and the parking brake i ...