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Seats, restraints63Control indicator W for airbag
deactivation 3 97.Child restraints
Child restraint systems9 Warning
When using a child restraint
system on the front passenger
seat, the airbag systems for the
front passenger seat must be
deactivated; if not, the triggering of the airbags poses a risk of fatal
injury to the child.
This is especially the case if rear-
facing child restraint systems are
used on the front passenger seat.
Airbag deactivation 3 61.
Airbag label 3 57.
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
Three-point seat belt
Child restraint systems can be
fastened by using a three-point seat
belt 3 54.
Depending on the size of the used
child restraint systems and the model
variant, child restraint systems can be
attached to certain 2nd row and 3rd
row rear seats 3 66.
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64Seats, restraintsISOFIX child restraint systems
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
mounting brackets.
When using ISOFIX mounting
brackets for seat mounting,
universally approved child restraint
systems for ISOFIX may be used.
A Top-Tether strap must be used in
addition to the ISOFIX mounting
brackets.
Permissible mounting location
positions for ISOFIX child restraint
systems are marked in the tables by
< , IL and IUF.
Top-Tether anchors
Top-Tether anchors are located on
the back of the seat.
In addition to the ISOFIX mounting,
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 66.
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.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat beltor remove it from the vehicle.
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Seats, restraints65Note
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.
Child locks 3 28.
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66Seats, restraintsChild restraint installation locations
Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system Front seats - All variantsWeight and age classSingle seat - front passenger side 1)Bench seat - front passenger sidewithout airbagwith airbagwithout airbagwith airbagcentreoutercentreouterGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. two years
UU 2)UUU 2)U2)
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. eight months to four yearsUU 2)UUU2)U 2)Group II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. three to seven years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. six to 12 years
UU 2)UUU 2)U2)
1)
If adjustable, ensure seat is in its rearmost position. Make sure vehicle seat belt is as straight as possible between shoulder and
upper anchorage point.
2) Ensure the front passenger airbag system is deactivated when installing a child restraint in this position.
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Seats, restraints67Doublecab - rear seatsWeight and age class2nd row seatsOuterCentreGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. two years
UX
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. eight months to four yearsUXGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. three to seven years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. six to 12 years
UX
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68Seats, restraintsCombi - rear seatsWeight and age class2nd row seats3rd row seatsDriver side
outer seat
Centre seat
Passenger side
outer seatGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. two years
U 3)
,
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. eight months to four yearsU 4)
,
,
or approx. three to seven years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. six to 12 years
U 4)UF 4)UF 4)X
3)
Move the front seat as far forward as possible to install a rear facing child seat, then move back the seat in front in accordance with
the child seat instructions.
4) Forward facing child seat; position the seatback of the child seat in contact with the seatback of the vehicle seat. Adjust the height
of the headrest or remove it if necessary; do not push the seat in front of the child more than halfway back on its runners and do not recline the seatback more than 25°.
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Seats, restraints69Bus - rear seatsWeight and age classRear seatsGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. two years
X
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. eight months to four yearsXGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. three to seven years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. six to 12 years
X
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70Seats, restraintsCrew cab - rear seatsWeight and age class2nd row seatsOuterCentreGroup 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. two years
UX
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. eight months to four yearsUXGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. three to seven years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. six to 12 years
UX
U:suitable for universal category restraint systems for use in this weight and age class, in conjunction with three-point
seat belt.UF:suitable for universal category forward-facing restraint systems for use in this weight and age class, in conjunction
with three-point seat belt.<:suitable for ISOFIX child restraint system with mounting brackets and anchorage points, where fitted. When mounting
an ISOFIX child restraint system, only systems that have been approved for the vehicle may be used. Refer to
" Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system ".X:seat position not suitable for children in this weight and age class.