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Seats, restraints55The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front seat backrest.
This can be identified by the word
AIRBAG .
The side airbag system is triggered in
the event of a side impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Note
Only use protective seat covers that have been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.
Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This can be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the head in the event of a
side-on impact considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these
clothes.
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56Seats, restraintsAirbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system
must be deactivated for child restraint system on the passenger seat
according to the instructions in the
table 3 60. The side airbag and
curtain airbag systems, the belt
pretensioners and all driver airbag
systems will remain active.
The front passenger airbag system
can be deactivated via a key-
operated switch on the passenger side of the instrument panel.
Use the ignition key to choose theposition:* OFF:front passenger airbag is
deactivated and will not
inflate in the event of a
collision. Control indicator
* OFF illuminates
continuously in the centre
consoleÓ ON:front passenger airbag is
active9 Danger
Deactivate passenger airbag only
in combination with the use of a
child restraint system, subject to
the instructions and restrictions in
the table 3 60.
Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal
injury for a person occupying a
seat with a deactivated front
passenger airbag.
If the control indicator ÓON
illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on, the
front passenger airbag system will
inflate in the event of a collision.
If the control indicator *OFF
illuminates after the ignition is
switched on, the front passenger
airbag system is deactivated. It stays
on while the airbag is deactivated.
If both control indicators are
illuminated at the same time, there is
a system failure. The status of the
system is not discernible, therefore
no person is allowed to occupy the
front passenger seat. Contact a
workshop immediately.
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Seats, restraints57Consult a workshop immediately if
neither of the two control indicators
are illuminated.
Change status only when the vehicle is stopped with the ignition off.
Status remains until the next change.
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation 3 89.Child restraints
Child restraint systems9 Danger
If using a rear-facing child restraint
system on the front passenger
seat, the airbag system for the
front passenger seat must be
deactivated. This also applies to certain forward-facing child
restraint systems as indicated in
the tables 3 60.
Airbag deactivation 3 56.
Airbag label 3 51.
We recommend a child restraint system which is tailored specifically to the vehicle. For further information,
contact your workshop.
When 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.
Child restraint systems can be
fastened with:
● Three-point seat belt
● ISOFIX brackets
● Top-tether anchor
Three-point seat belt
Child restraint systems can be
fastened by using a three-point seat
belt. After fastening the child restraint system the seat belt has to be
tightened 3 60.
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58Seats, restraintsISOFIX brackets
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX
child restraint system positions are
marked in the ISOFIX table 3 60.
ISOFIX brackets are indicated by a
label on the backrest.
An i-size child restraint system is an
universal ISOFIX child restraint
system according UN Regulation No.
129.
All i-size child restraint systems can
be used on any vehicle seat suitable
for i-size, i-size table 3 60.
Either a Top-tether strap or a support
leg must be used in addition to the
ISOFIX brackets.
i-size child seats and vehicle seats
with i-size approval are marked with
i-size symbol, see illustration.
Top-tether anchors Top-tether anchors are marked with
the symbol : for a child seat.
In addition to the ISOFIX brackets,
fasten the Top-tether strap to the
Top-tether anchors.
ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
marked in the table by IUF 3 60.
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.
The following child restraints are recommended for the following
weight classes:
● Maxi Cosi Cabriofix for group 0, group 0+
● Duo Plus for group I
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Seats, restraints59● Kidfix XP for group II/III
● Graco Junior for group III
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.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat beltor remove it from the vehicle.
Note
Do not affix 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.
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60Seats, restraintsChild restraint installation locations
Permissible options for fastening a child restraint system with a three-point seat belt
Weight class
On front passenger seat
On rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seat
activated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0: up to 10 kgXU/L 1,2U/L 3XGroup 0+: up to 13 kgXU/L1,2U/L3XGroup I: 9 to 18 kgXU/L1,2U/L3,4XGroup II: 15 to 25 kgU/L1,2XU/L 3,4XGroup III: 22 to 36 kgU/L1,2XU/L3,4XU:universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat beltL:suitable for particular child restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The
child restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type (refer to the vehicle type list of the child restraint
system)X:no child restraint system permitted in this weight class1:move seat forwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt runs forwards from the upper anchorage point2:move seat height adjustment upwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessaryto a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side3:move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards and the sliding rear seat backwards as far as necessary4:adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove if required
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Seats, restraints61Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system with ISOFIX brackets
Weight classSize classFixture
On front passenger seatOn rear outboard
seatsOn rear centre
seatactivated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0: up to 10 kgGISO/L2XXXXFISO/L1XXXXEISO/R1XXIL 1XGroup 0+: up to 13 kgEISO/R1XXIL 1XDISO/R2XXIL1XCISO/R3XXIL1XGroup I: 9 to 18 kgDISO/R2XXIL1,2XCISO/R3XXIL1,2XBISO/F2XXIL, IUF 1,2XB1ISO/F2XXXIL, IUF1,2XAISO/F3XXIL, IUF 1,2XGroup II: 15 to 25 kgXXIL1,2XGroup III: 22 to 36 kgXXIL1,2X
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62Seats, restraintsIL: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 (refer to the vehicle type list of the child restraint system)IUF:suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight classX:no ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class1:move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards and the sliding rear seat backwards as
far as necessary2:adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove if required
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 kgB – ISO/F2:forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kgB1 – ISO/F2X:forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kgC – ISO/R3:rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kgD – ISO/R2:rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kgE – ISO/R1:rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kgF– ISO/L1:left lateral facing position child restraint system (carry-cot)G – ISO/L2:right lateral facing position child restraint system (carry-cot)
Permissible options for fitting an i-Size child restraint system with ISOFIX brackets
On front passenger seat
On rear outboard seatsOn rear centre seat
activated airbagdeactivated airbagi-Size child restraint systemsXXi - UXi - U:suitable for i-Size 'universal' forward and rearward facing child restraint systemsX:seating position not suitable for i-Size 'universal' child restraint systems