Hyundai Santa Fe (DM): Headrest - Front seat adjustment - Power - Seats - Safety features of your vehicleHyundai Santa Fe (DM): Headrest

The driver's and front passenger's seats are equipped with a headrest for the

The driver's and front passenger's seats are equipped with a headrest for the occupant's safety and comfort.

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

WARNING - Headrest adjustment

  • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height as 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. For this reason, 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. Severe injury to an occupant may occur in the event of an accident. Headrests may provide protection against severe neck injuries when properly adjusted.
  • Do not adjust the headrest position of the driver's seat while the vehicle is in motion.

Forward and backward adjustment

Forward and backward adjustment

The headrest may be adjusted forward to 4 different positions by pulling the headrest forward to the desired detent. To adjust the headrest to backwards position, press and hold the release button (1), and adjust position of the headrest. Adjust the headrest so that it properly supports the head and neck.

Adjusting the height up and down

Adjusting the height up and down

To raise the headrest :

1. Pull it up to the desired position (1).

To lower the headrest :

1. Push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support
2. Lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

Removal and installation

Removal and installation

To remove the headrest :

1. Raise it as far as it can go then press the release button with the slim tool (1) while pulling the headrest up (2).

To reinstall the headrest :

1. Put the headrest poles (3) into the holes.
2. Adjust it to the appropriate height.

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