2015 VAUXHALL MERIVA child seat

Seats, restraints55
Three-point seat beltTop-TetherWhen a child restraint system is being
used, pay attention to the following
usage and installation instructions
and also those supplied with the child restraint system.
Always comply with local or national
regulations. In some countries, the
use of child restraint systems is
forbidden on certain seats.9 Warning
If using a child restraint system on
the front passenger seat, the
airbag system for the front
passenger seat must be
deactivated; if not, the triggering of the front airbag poses a risk of fatal
injury to the child.
This is especially the case if
rearfacing child restraint systems are used on the front passenger
seat.
Airbag deactivation 3 53,
Airbag label 3 48.
Selecting the right system
The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child
restraint system.
Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event
of an accident.
Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.
Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.

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When the child restraint system is notin use, secure the seat with a seat beltor remove it from the vehicle.
Notice
Do not stick anything on the child
restraint systems and do not cover
them with any other materials.
A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.

Seats, restraints57Child restraint installation locationsPermissible options for fitting a child restraint system
Weight and age class
On front passenger seat
On rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seat
activated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 monthsXU 1U 2U3Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 yearsXU 1U2U3Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsXU 1U2U 3Group II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. 3 to 7 yearsXXU 2U3Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 yearsXXU 2U31=If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost
position and ensure that vehicle seat belt runs forwards from the upper anchorage point. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side.2=Only if outboard seats are in position 1 or 2, 3 41.3=Only if outboard seats are flush with the centre seat (position 2, 3 41).U=Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt.X=No child restraint system permitted in this weight and age class.

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Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint systemWeight classSize classFixtureOn front passenger
seatOn rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seatGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 monthsEISO/R1XIL 1XGroup 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 yearsEISO/R1XIL 1XDISO/R2XIL1XCISO/R3XIL1XGroup I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsDISO/R2XIL 1XCISO/R3XIL1XBISO/F2XIL1
, IUF 1, 2XB1ISO/F2XXI1
L, IUF 1, 2XAISO/F3XIL1
, IUF 1, 2XGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. 3 to 7 yearsXIL 1XGroup III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 yearsXIL 1X

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IL=Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The
ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type.IUF=Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class.X=No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class.1=Only if outboard seats are in position 1 or 2, 3 41.2=Only for Vauxhall child restraint system: If the seat is secured as recommended 3 54 , the outboard seats must be in
position 2 3 41.
ISOFIX size class and seat device
A – ISO/F3=Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.B – ISO/F2=Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.B1 – ISO/F2X=Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.C – ISO/R3=Rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kg.D – ISO/R2=Rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kg.E – ISO/R1=Rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg.

60Seats, restraintsISOFIX child restraint
systems
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
mounting brackets. Specific vehicle
ISOFIX child restraint system
positions are marked in the table by
IL.
ISOFIX mounting brackets are
indicated by a label on the backrest.
Top-tether fastening eyes
Top-Tether fastening eyes are
marked with the symbol : for a child
seat.
In addition to the ISOFIX mounting,
fasten the Top-Tether strap to the
Top-Tether fastening eyes. The strap
must run between the two guide rods
of the head restraint.
ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
marked in the table by IUF.

Vehicle care211Towing
Towing the vehicle
Disengage cap at bottom and remove downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 190.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Caution
Activate the child lock in both rear
doors if the rear seats are
occupied. Child locks 3 24.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor further than 60 miles. In all other
cases and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

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Child restraint systems ................54
Cigarette lighter ........................... 88
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control, service ..............132
Climate control systems .............124
Clock............................................. 85
Code ........................................... 104
Control indicators.......................... 91
Control of the vehicle .................134
Controls ........................................ 81
Controls in steering wheel ............81
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant ....................................... 170
Coolant and antifreeze ...............217
Coolant temperature gauge ..........90
Coupling ball bar ........................163
Cruise control ...................... 98, 149
Cupholders .................................. 61
Curtain airbag system .................. 52
Curve lighting.............................. 118
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running light ..................116
Daytime running lights ...............118
Declaration of conformity ............235
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......174
Diesel particle filter ....................140
Door open .................................... 98Doors............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........149
Driver Information Centre .............99
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 162
Driving hints ................................ 134
E Electric adjustment ......................28
Electrical system......................... 185
Electric parking brake ...........95, 146
Electric parking brake fault ...........95
Electronic climate control system 126
Electronic driving programmes ..143
Electronic Stability Control.......... 148
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........96
Electronic Stability Control off ...... 96
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......168
Engine compartment fuse box ...186
Engine coolant ........................... 170
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 90
Engine data ............................... 224
Engine exhaust .......................... 140
Engine identification ...................220
Engine oil ................... 169, 217, 221
Engine oil pressure ......................97
Entry lighting .............................. 122
Event data recorders ..................236Exhaust gases ............................ 140
Exit lighting ................................ 122
Exterior care .............................. 213
Exterior light ................................. 98
Exterior lighting ....................12, 115
Exterior mirrors ............................. 28
F
Fault ........................................... 143 First aid ......................................... 78
First aid kit ................................... 78
Fixed air vents ........................... 132
Flex-Fix system ............................ 64
Fog light ....................................... 98
Fog lights .................... 119, 120, 179
Folding mirrors ............................. 29
Folding tray .................................. 78
Front airbag system .....................51
Front fog lights ........................... 119
Front seats.................................... 36
Front storage ............................... 63
Front turn signal light ..................175
Front turn signal lights ...............180
Fuel............................................. 155
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 161
Fuel for diesel engines ..............155
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......156
Fuel for petrol engines ...............155
Fuel gauge ................................... 89