Front seats

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The front seats are constructed around two pressed steel frames, one for the seat and one for the backrest. The backrest and seat frames are joined together via the backrest adjustment mechanism.

In the front of the seat frame there is a transverse panel that prevents the passenger sitting in the seat from sliding forward/down in a collision. The base of the seat also includes the mounting points for the seat belt. The outer mounting points in 2 and 3-door models are on the floor.

The cushions are supported on flexible steel netting (Pullmaflex) suspended from helical springs at either side. The cushions are made of polyurethane polyether and covered with leather or plush velour.

The SAHR system is integrated in the top of the front seat backrests. SAHR reduces neck injuries and so-called whiplash in case of a collision from behind at low speeds.

The front seats have optional electric heating .

As an option, the driver's seat on cars with a 5D body can be equipped with an armrest mounted in the backrest.

Cars with 3D and 2D body and manual front seats are fitted with easy-entry so that the seat moves forwards when the backrest is tipped forwards. This is to facilitate entering and exiting the rear seat.