Can't get comfy!

[pixl]

Since I've had my car, the one thing that has /really/ begun to annoy me is the seat/steering wheel. If I'm driving for more than an hour, I'm forever playing with the seat settings in hope of finding that perfect position.

If I set the seat for the best comfort for my legs, the steering wheel is uncomfortably out of reach. If I adjust for my arms, my legs are cramped and my right knee is getting jabbed by the key in the ignition. I think the main problem is that the steering wheel doesn't come out enough.

I'm 5'11", so I'm of fairly average height. My 96 Lancer's seat was set once and never touched again. Drove to Sydney in it a few times without much fatigue. Please tell me I'm not the only one having this issue. Also, if you're having a similiar issue, what things have you done to get the seat just right.

[Shorb]

Hey mate, I noticed you didn't say you adjusted your steering wheel.
Under neath the steering wheel is a latch, unlatch that and pull the steering wheel out to suit your position. I'm 5'11" never had any issues

[Driven Threads]

I agree with shorb...adjust your wheel. I'm of average height too and can get comfortable, although one someone else drives the car it takes me weeks to get back into the perfect position.

[pixl]

Thanks for the quick replies.

I should've pointed out when I said "I think the steering wheel doesn't come out enough" what I meant was, that I've pulled down that latch under the steering wheel and it's full extended.

[VW GTI]

Thanks for the quick replies.

I should've pointed out when I said "I think the steering wheel doesn't come out enough" what I meant was, that I've pulled down that latch under the steering wheel and it's full extended.

Try using the seat height adjuster - it doesn't just change the height it changes the angle of the seat - which brings your top half closer to the wheel and your bottom half further away. Then you can just recline the seat slightly so you aren't sitting so vertical.

It only needs a small change to make a big difference - I had the same problem but it's fine now.