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ContentsManual structure
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Safety First
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Safe driving
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Brief introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Proper sitting position for occupants . . . . . . . . . 
Pedal area  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Stowing luggage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Seat belts
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Brief Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Why wear seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Belt tension devices  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Airbag system
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Brief introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Front airbags  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Side airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Curtain airbags  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Deactivating airbags*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Child safety
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Brief introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Securing child seats  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Operating instructions
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Cockpit
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Overview  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Instruments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Digital display in the instrument panel  . . . . . . . 
Instrument panel menus* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Steering wheel controls
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General information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Radio navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Unlocking and locking
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Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Keys  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Radio frequency remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Windows  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Lights and visibility
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Lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Windscreen wipers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Mirrors  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Seats and stowage
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The importance of correct seat adjustment . . . . 
Head restraints  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Rear seat bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Stowage compartments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Ashtrays*, cigarette lighter* and electrical 
sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire extinguisher  
Boot  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
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Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Climatic*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
2C-Climatronic*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
General notes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Driving
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Address  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Starting and stopping the engine  . . . . . . . . . . . 
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Automatic gearbox* / DSG automatic gearbox*  
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Parking aid acoustic system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Cruise control system (CCS)*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Practical tips
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Intelligent technology
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Brakes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Anti-lock brake system and traction control M-ABS 
(ABS and TCS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP)*  . . . . 
Driving and the environment
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Running-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Exhaust gasses purification system . . . . . . . . . . 
Economical and ecological driving  . . . . . . . . . . 
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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Safe driving11
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
– Fasten your safety belt securely  ⇒page 19.
– Keep both feet in the foot well so that you have the vehicle under  control at all times.Adjustment of the driver's seat  ⇒page 128.
WARNING
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An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries.
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Adjust the driver's seat so that ther e is at least 25 cm distance between 
the centre of the chest and the centre of the steering wheel  ⇒page 10, 
fig. 1 . If you are sitting nearer than 25 cm, the airbag system cannot protect 
you properly.
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If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the 
minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a qualified workshop. The workshop 
will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.
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When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the 
outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and  3 o'clock positions. This reduces the 
risk of injury when the driver airbag is triggered.
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Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other 
manner (e.g. in the centre of the stee ring wheel). In such cases, if the 
airbag is triggered, you may sustain injuries to the arms, hands and head.
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To reduce the risk of injury to the driver during sudden braking manoeu-
vres or an accident, never drive with the backrest tilted far back! The airbag 
system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when the back-
rest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her seat belt 
properly. The further the backrests are ti lted to the rear, the greater the risk 
of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web or to the incorrect 
sitting position!
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Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve optimal protection.
Proper sitting position for front passenger
The front passenger must sit at least 25 cm away from the 
dash panel so that the airbag can provide the greatest 
possible protection in the event that it is triggered.For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an 
accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the front 
passenger:
– Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible ⇒ .
– Move the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests  completely against it.
– Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same  level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same 
level as the top of your head  ⇒page 13.
– Keep both feet in the footwell in front of the front passenger seat.
– Fasten your safety belt securely  ⇒page 19.It is possible to deactivate the passenger airbag in  exceptional circum-
stances  ⇒ page 24.
For detailed information on how to adjust the front passenger's seat, see 
⇒ page 131.
WARNING
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An incorrect sitting position of the front passenger can lead to severe 
injuries.
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Safe driving17
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
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Never lay or fit floor mats or other floor coverings over the original floor 
mats. This would reduce the pedal area and could obstruct the pedals. Risk 
of accident.
Stowing luggageLoading the boot
All luggage and other loose object s must be safely secured in 
the luggage compartment.Unsecured objects which shift back and forth could impair the 
driving safety or driving characteristics of the vehicle by shifting the 
centre of gravity.
– Distribute the load evenly  in the luggage compartment.
– Lay and stow heavy luggage as far forward as possible in the  luggage compartment.
– Stow heavy luggage as low as possible in the luggage compart- ment.
– Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening rings  ⇒page 18.
WARNING
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Loose luggage and other objects in the boot could cause serious inju-
ries.
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Always stow objects in the luggage compartment and secure them on 
the fastening rings.
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Use suitable specialist straps to secure heavy objects.
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During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects can be thrown 
forward, injuring vehicle occupants or passers-by. This increased risk of 
injury will be further increased if a loose object is struck by an inflating 
airbag. If this happens, objects can be transformed into “missiles”. Risk of 
fatal injury.
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Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transporting 
heavy objects; this may affect the vehicle's handling and lead to an acci-
dent. Therefore, it is essential to  adjust your speed and driving style 
accordingly, to avoid accidents.
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Never exceed the allowed axle loads  or allowed maximum weight. If the 
allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded, the driving char-
acteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents, injuries and 
damage to the vehicle.
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Never leave your vehicle unattended, especially when the tailgate is 
open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment closing the door 
behind them; they will remain trapped without help and there is a mortal 
risk.
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Never allow children to play in or  around the vehicle. Close and lock 
both the tailgate and all the doors when you leave the vehicle. Before you 
lock the vehicle, make sure that ther e are no adults or children in the 
vehicle.
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Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. Every 
passenger must be properly belted in ⇒ page 19.
WARNING (continued)
WARNING (continued)
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
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Fasten your seat belt before every trip - even when driving in town. The 
other passengers must also wear the  seat belt, otherwise they may be 
danger of injury!
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The seat belt cannot offer its full protection if the belt web is not posi-
tioned correctly.
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Never allow two passengers (even children) to share the same seat belt.
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Keep both feet in the foot-well in front of your seat as long as the 
vehicle is in motion.
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Never unbuckle a seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. Risk of fatal 
injury.
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The belt webbing must never be twisted while it is being worn.
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The belt webbing should never lie on hard or fragile objects (such as 
glasses or pens, etc.) because this can cause injuries.
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Do not allow the seat belt to be damaged or jammed, or to rub on any 
sharp edges.
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Never wear the seat belt under the  arm or in any other incorrect posi-
tion.
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Loose, bulky clothing (such as an overcoat over a jacket) impairs the 
proper fit and function of the belts, reducing their capacity to protect.
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The slot in the seat belt buckle must not be blocked with paper or other 
objects, as this can prevent the latch plate from engaging securely.
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Never use seat belt clips, retaining rings or similar instruments to alter 
the position of the belt webbing.
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Frayed or torn seat belts or damage to the connections, belt retractors 
or parts of the buckle could cause severe injuries in the event of an acci-
dent. Therefore, you must check the co ndition of all seat belts at regular 
intervals.
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Seat belts which have been worn in  an accident and stretched must be 
replaced by a qualified workshop. Renewal may be necessary even if there 
is no apparent damage. The belt anchorage should also be checked.
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Do not attempt to repair a damaged se at belt yourself. The seat belts 
must not be removed or modified in any way.
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The belts must be kept clean, ot herwise the retractors may not work 
properly  ⇒page 207.
Seat beltsSeat belt adjustment
The seat belts for the front and rear occupants are locked into 
position by a latch.The seat belt cannot offer its full  protection if the belt web is not 
positioned correctly.
WARNING (continued)
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 12  Belt buckle and 
latch plate of seat belt
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– Adjust the seat and head restraint correctly.
– To fasten the belt, take hold of the latch plate and pull it slowly across your chest and lap.
– Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the appropriate seat and  push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click 
⇒page 23, fig. 12 .
– Pull the belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely engaged in  the buckle.The seat belts are equipped with an automatic retractor on the shoulder 
strap. Full freedom of movement is perm itted when the shoulder belt is pulled 
slowly. However, during sudden braking, during travel in mountains or bends 
and during acceleration, the automatic retractor on the shoulder belt is 
locked.
The automatic belt retractors on the front seats are fitted with belt tension 
devices  ⇒page 27.
WARNING
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An incorrectly worn seat belt web c an cause severe injuries in the event 
of an accident.
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The seat belts offer best protection only when the backrests are in an 
upright position and the seat belts have been fastened properly.
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Never put the latch plate in the buckle  of another seat. If you do this, the 
seat belt will not protect you properly and the risk of injury is increased.
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If an occupant is incorrectly belted  in, the belt cannot protect him or her 
properly. An incorrectly positioned belt web can cause extremely severe 
injuries.
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Always engage the retractor lock when you are securing a child seat in 
group 0, 0+ or 1  ⇒page 45.
Seat belt position
Seat belts offer their maximum protection only when they are 
properly positioned.
Fig. 13  Correct belt web 
and head restraint posi-
tions, viewed from frontFig. 14  Correct belt web 
and head restraint posi-
tions, viewed from side
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
The following features are available to adjust the seat belt in the shoulder 
region:
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belt height adjustment
 for the front seats.
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front seat height adjustment*.
WARNING
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An incorrectly worn seat belt web can cause severe injuries in the event 
of an accident.
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The shoulder part of the seat belt must lie on the centre of the shoulder, 
never across the neck. The seat belt must lie flat and snugly on the torso 
⇒ page 24, fig. 13 .
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The lap part of the seat belt must l ie across the pelvis, never across the 
stomach. The seat belt must lie flat and snugly on the pelvis  ⇒page 24, 
fig. 14 . Pull the belt tight if necessary to take up any slack.
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Read and observe the warnings  ⇒page 22.
Pregnant women must also fasten their seat belts properly
The best protection for the unborn child is for the mother to 
wear the seat belt properly at  all times during the pregnancy.The seat belt provides maximum protection only when the belt web 
is properly positioned ⇒page 24.
– Adjust the front seat and head restraint correctly  ⇒page 10.
– Holding the latch plate, pull the belt evenly across your chest and  as low as possible over the pelvis ⇒ fig. 15.
– Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the corresponding seat  and push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click 
⇒ .
– Pull the belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely engaged in  the buckle.
Fig. 15  Positioning seat 
belts during pregnancy
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Airbag system
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Always properly adjust the front seats.
The danger of fitting a child seat on the front passenger seat
Rear-facing child seats must never be used on the front 
passenger seat when the front passenger airbag is enabled.An enabled front airbag on the front passenger side is potentially a major 
danger to a child. The front passenger seat is life threatening to a child if 
he/she is transported in a rear-facing child seat. You should always transport 
all children up to 12 years of age on the rear seat.
If a rear-facing child seat is secured to the front passenger seat, an inflating 
airbag can strike it with such great force that critical or fatal injuries may 
result.
Therefore we strongly recommend you to transport children on the rear seats. 
That is the safest place for children in the vehicle. Alternatively, the front 
passenger airbag can be disabled with a key-operated switch  ⇒page 43. 
When transporting children, use a child seat appropriate to the age and size 
of each child ⇒ page 45.
For those vehicles that do not include a key lock switch to turn the airbag off, 
an Authorised Service Centre must be consulted.
WARNING
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If a child seat is secured to the fron t passenger seat, the risk to the child 
of sustaining critical or fatal injuries in the event of an accident increases.
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Never secure a rear-facing child seat to the front passenger seat if the 
front passenger airbag is enabled. The child can suffer critical or fatal inju-
ries when the front passenger airbag is triggered.
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An inflating front passenger airbag can strike the rear-facing child seat 
and hurl it with great force against the door, the roof or the backrest.
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If, under special circumstances, it is necessary to transport a child in a 
rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat, it is absolutely essential 
that you observe the following safety measures:
−Disable the front passenger airbag  ⇒page 43, “Deactivating 
airbags*”.
− The child seat must be approved by the child seat manufacturer for 
use on a front passenger seat with front or side airbag.
− Follow the installation instructions  given by the child seat manufac-
turer and observe the safety instructions  ⇒page 45, “Child safety”.
− Before properly installing the child seat, push the front passenger 
seat completely backwards so that the greatest possible distance to 
the front passenger airbag is ensured.
− Ensure that no objects prevent the front passenger seat from being 
pushed completely back.
− The backrest of the front passenger seat must be in an upright 
position.
Warning lamp for airbag and belt tension device system 
This warning lamp monitors the airbag and belt tension 
device system.The warning lamp monitors all airbag s and belt tension devices in the 
vehicle, including control units and wiring connections.
WARNING (continued)
WARNING (continued)
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Child safety
46“Deactivating airbags*”. If the passe nger seat has a height adjustment 
option, move it to the highest position.•
For those vehicles that do not include a key lock switch to turn the 
airbag off, an Authorised Service Centre must be consulted.
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All passengers, especially children, must assume the proper sitting 
position and be properly belted in while travelling.
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Never hold children or babies on your lap, this can result in potentially 
fatal injuries to the child!
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Never allow a child to be transported in a vehicle without being properly 
secured, or to stand up or kneel on a  seat while travelling. In an accident, 
the child could be flung through the vehicle, causing possibly fatal injuries 
to themselves and to the other passengers.
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If children assume an improper sitting position when the car is moving, 
they expose themselves to greater risk of injury in the event of sudden 
braking manoeuvre or in an accident. This is particularly important if the 
child is travelling on the front passeng er seat and the airbag system is trig-
gered in an accident; as this could cause serious injury or even death.
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A suitable child seat can protect your child!
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Never leave an unsupervised child alone on a child seat or in the 
vehicle.
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Depending on weather conditions, it  may become extremely hot or cold 
inside the vehicle. This can be fatal.
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Children who are less than 1.5 metres tall must not wear a normal seat 
belt without a child restraint system, as this could cause injuries to the 
abdominal and neck areas during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in an 
accident.
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Do not allow the belt webbing to become twisted or jammed, or to rub 
on any sharp edges.
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Incorrectly worn seat belts can cause injuries even in a minor collision 
or in sudden braking manoeuvres.
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The seat belt provides maximum prot ection only when the belt web is 
properly positioned ⇒ page 23, “Seat belts”.
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Only one child may occupy a child seat  ⇒page 47.
WARNING (continued)
WARNING (continued)
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