Lincoln Nautilus: Front Seats / Sitting in the Correct Position

When you use them properly, the seat, head
restraint, seatbelt and airbags will provide
optimum protection in the event of a crash.
We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
- Sit in an upright position with the base of
your spine as far back as possible.
- Do not recline the seat backrest so that
your torso is more than 30 degrees from
the upright position.
- Adjust the head restraint so that the top
of it is level with the top of your head and
as far forward as possible. Make sure that
you remain comfortable.
- Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in (25 cm)
between your breastbone and the airbag
cover.
- Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.
- Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.
- Position the shoulder strap of the seatbelt
over the center of your shoulder and
position the lap strap tightly across your
hips.
Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.
Front Seat Precautions
WARNING: Sitting improperly, out of
position or with the seatback reclined too
far can take weight off the seat cushion
and affect the decision of the passenger
sensing system, resulting in serious injury
or death in the event of a crash...
Head Restraint Components
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing head
restraint.
Two steel stems.
Guide sleeve adjust and unlock
button...
Other information:
Adhesives
NOTE:
The following illustrations are examples of structural adhesive application and are not all inclusive.
The
correct adhesive bonding is essential to repairing the vehicle
correctly. Adhesives are used in many areas of the body structure in
place of welding...
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the rear door latch.
Refer to: Rear Door Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component...