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SEATING POSITION: GET READY TO DRIVE After you are seated in the vehicle, it is important to ask yourself the following questions. Can you: 1. REACH THE PEDALS? Adjust the seat bottom backward or forward until you can press the brake pedal firmly to a stop but still maintain a slight bend in your leg. 2. REACH THE STEERING WHEEL? Adjust the seat back backward or forward until you can reach the wheel with a slight bend in your elbows and can turn the wheel 180 degrees without lifting your back off the seat. There should be at least 10" between the wheel and your sternum. 3. SEE OUT OF THE VEHICLE WITH A CLEAR LINE OF SIGHT? Adjust the height of your seat so that your line of sight is at least three inches above the steering wheel. 4. SEE THE IMPORTANT DIALS/DATA ON THE DASHBOARD? The steering wheel may have to be adjusted up or down. Some vehicles have telescopic steering columns which can be moved closer or farther from you. If you adjust this, it may affect your seat back or steering wheel adjustment. 5. WEAR THE SEAT BELT COMFORTABLY? On many vehicles, you can raise and lower the upper belt attachment point for better fit and comfort. 6. PLACE YOUR HEAD ON THE RESTRAINT CENTERED AT THE BACK OF YOUR HEAD? On many vehicles, the head restraint is adjustable vertically. At this point, you should be in a good, comfortable driving position. It is recommended that you repeat these steps (in the order listed) to make sure you have the best overall fit possible. In addition, there are aftermarket devices that are designed to make you feel more comfortable in the driver's seat. These devices may be available for purchase from your local dealership or rehabilitation center. Examples include wedge cushions and seat belt pads, but any aftermarket devices may alter the vehicle safety design. When considering any assistive devices, it is always wise to speak to an occupational therapist or driver rehabilitation specialist about any possible risk and benefit considerations and to become well informed of the proper use. Minimum of 10 inches AARP 38 ARE WE READY TO DRIVE? 3 1 2 3 5 6 4