GWARNING
If the child restraint system is installed
incorrectly on a suitable seat, it cannot
protect as intended. The child cannot then
be restrained in the event of an accident,
heavy braking or sudden changes of direc-
tion. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Make sure that you observe the child
restraint system manufacturer's installa-
tion instructions and the notes on use.
Please ensure, that the base of the child
restraint system is always resting com-
pletely on the seat cushion. Never place
objects, e.g. cushions, under or behind the
child restraint system. Only use child
restraint systems with the original cover
designed for them. Only replace damaged
covers with genuine covers.
GWARNING
If the child restraint system is installed
incorrectly or is not secured, it can come
loose in the event of an accident, heavy
braking or a sudden change in direction.
The child restraint system could be thrown
about, striking vehicle occupants. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even
fatal.
Always install child restraint systems
properly, even if they are not being used.
Make sure that you observe the child
restraint system manufacturer's installa-
tion instructions.
You will find further information on stowing
objects, luggage or loads under "Loading
guidelines" (
Ypage 142).
GWARNING
Child restraint systems or their securing
systems which have been damaged or sub-
jected to a load in an accident can no longer protect as intended. The child cannot then
be restrained in the event of an accident,
heavy braking or sudden changes of direc-
tion. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Replace child restraint systems which have
been damaged or subjected to a load in an
accident as soon as possible. Have the
securing systems on the child restraint
system checked at a qualified specialist
workshop, before you install a child
restraint system again.
Securing systems for child restraint systems
include:
Rthe seat belt system
Rthe Top Tether anchorages
iIf you install a child restraint system on
the front-passenger seat, make sure that
the backrest is securely engaged
(
Ypage 63).
iIf a child is carried on the front-
passenger seat, be sure to observe the
information on "Child restraint systems on
the front-passenger seat" (
Ypage 45).
There you will also find information on
disabling the front-passenger front air-
bag.
All child restraint systems must meet the fol-
lowing standards:
RU.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand-
ards 213 and 225
RCanadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
213 and 210.2
Confirmation that the child restraint system
corresponds to the standards can be found on
an instruction label on the child restraint
system. This confirmation can also be found
in the installation instructions that are
included with the child restraint system.
Observe the warning labels in the vehicle
interior and on the child restraint system.
Top Tether
Introduction
Top Tether provides an additional connec-
tion between the child restraint system and
the vehicle. This helps reduce the risk of
injury even further. If the child restraint
44Children in the vehicle
>> Safety.
system is fitted with a Top Tether belt, this
should always be used.
Top Tether anchorages
0043Loop
0044Top Tether anchorage
0044Top Tether anchorage
0087Top Tether hook
0085Top Tether belt
Top Tether anchorage 0044is fitted to the lug-
gage compartment floor.
XRoute Top Tether belt 0085back over the head
restraint, keeping it as central as possi-
ble, into the luggage compartment through
loop 0043.
XHook Top Tether hook 0087of Top Tether belt
0087 into Top Tether anchorage 0044.
Lift up the carpet a little if necessary.
Make sure that:
RTop Tether hook 0087is hooked into Top
Tether anchorage 0044as shown.
RTop Tether belt 0085is not twisted.
XTension Top Tether belt 0085. Always comply
with the child restraint system manufac-
turer's installation instructions when
doing so.
Child restraint system on the front-
passenger seat
General notes
If you secure a child in a child restraint sys-
tem on the front-passenger seat, be sure to
observe the instructions and safety notes on
the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)"
(
Ypage 36).
You can thus avoid the risks that could arise
as a result of:
Ran incorrectly categorized person in the
front-passenger seat
Rthe unsuitable positioning of the child
restraint system, e.g. too close to the dash-
board
Rearward-facing child restraint system
If it is absolutely necessary to fit a rear-
ward-facing child restraint system to the
front-passenger seat, always make sure that
the front-passenger front airbag is disa-
bled. Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is permanently lit is the
front-passenger front airbag disabled.
Always observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions.
Forward-facing child restraint system
If you secure a child in a forward-facing
child restraint system on the front-
passenger seat, always move the front-
passenger seat as far back as possible. Always
make sure that the shoulder belt strap is cor-
rectly routed from the front-passenger seat
belt guide to the shoulder belt guide on the
child restraint system. The shoulder belt
strap must be routed forwards and downwards
from the front-passenger seat belt guide. If
necessary, adjust the front-passenger seat
accordingly.
Always observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions.
Children in the vehicle45
>> Safety.
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Illustration of variant 2
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
XRemove the seat belt from the belt loop by
opening the press stud.
XLift handle0087and slide the seat forwards
or rearwards.
XRelease lever 0087again.
Make sure that you hear the seat engage in
position.
Backrest angle
Variant 1
XRelieve the pressure on the backrest.
XTurn handwheel 0043forwards or backwards.
Variant 2
XRelieve the pressure on the backrest.
XPull release lever 0043.
The backrest is released.
XMove the backrest forwards or backwards.
XLet go of release lever 0043again.
Seat height1
XOnly variant 2: pull handle 0044up or push it
down repeatedly until the seat has reached the desired height.
Folding down the front-passenger seat
You can increase the size of the luggage com-
partment by folding the front-passenger seat
backrest forwards. Observe the loading guidelines (
Ypage 142)
and the notes in the "Child restraint system
on the front-passenger seat" section
(
Ypage 45).
Folding down
Illustration of variant 1
Illustration of variant 2
Variant 1:
XSlide the right-hand front seat to its rear-
most position.
XTurn handwheel 0043forward until the
desired seat backrest position is achieved
Variant 2:
XSlide the right-hand front seat to its rear-
most position.
XHold onto the backrest at the head restraint
with one hand.
XPull release lever 0043.
The backrest is released.
XFold the seat forwards.
1Only driver's seat, depending on equipment.
Seats63
>> Seats, steering wheel and mirrors.
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