2018 OPEL VIVARO B child restraint

66Seats, restraintsAlways 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 56.
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 68.
ISOFIX brackets
ISOFIX mounting brackets are
indicated by the ISOFIX logo or
symbol on the seat cushion.
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
brackets, fasten the Top-Tether strap
to the Top-Tether anchors. 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 3 68.
Selecting the right system The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child
restraint system.

Seats, restraints67Children 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 belt or 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.
Child locks 3 32.
Central locking system 3 26.

68Seats, restraintsChild restraint installation locations
Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system Front seats - Van
Weight and age class
Single front passenger seat 1Double front passenger seat
activated airbag
deactivated
or without airbag
activated airbag
deactivated
or without airbagcentreouterGroup 0: up to 10 kg
Group 0+: up to 13 kgXUXXUGroup I: 9 to 18 kgXUXXUGroup II: 15 to 25 kg
Group III: 22 to 36 kgXUXXU1:Forward-facing child restraints: Remove head restraint 3 46. Slide seat as far back as possible. Set seat height to
highest position. Maximum backrest rake is 25°. Seat adjustment 3 48.

Seats, restraints69Front seats - Combi, Double cab
Weight and age class
Single front passenger seat1Double front passenger seat
activated airbag
deactivated
or without airbag
activated airbag
deactivated
or without airbagcentreouterGroup 0: up to 10 kg
Group 0+: up to 13 kgXUXXUGroup I: 9 to 18 kgXU 2XXU2Group II: 15 to 25 kg
Group III: 22 to 36 kgXXXXX1:If adjustable, slide seat as far back as possible and set seat height to highest position. Maximum backrest rake is
25°. Seat adjustment 3 48.2:Rear-facing child restraints only for this weight and age class.

70Seats, restraintsRear seats - Combi, Double cabWeight and age class2nd row seats13rd row seatsGroup 0: up to 10 kg
Group 0+: up to 13 kgUUGroup I: 9 to 18 kgU 2U2Group II: 15 to 25 kg
Group III: 22 to 36 kgU 2U21:If necessary, slide adjustable front seat forwards to install a child restraint system on these seats. There may not be
enough clearance to install particular child restraint systems on vehicles fitted with fixed front seats.2:Forward-facing child restraints: Remove head restraint 3 46 before installing child restraint. The seat in front of this
installation position must not be more than halfway back on its runners. Maximum backrest rake is 25°. Seat adjustment
3 48.U:Suitable for universal category restraint systems for use in this weight and age class, in conjunction with three-point
seat belt.X:Seat position not suitable for children in this weight and age class.

Seats, restraints71Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint systemWeight classSize
classFixtureFront seats2nd row seats 13rd row seatsCentreOutervehicles with single
passenger seatvehicles with double
passenger seatGroup 0: up to 10 kgEISO/R1XXILILXGroup 0+: up to 13 kgEISO/R1XXILILXDISO/R2XXILXXCISO/R3XXILXXGroup I: 9 to 18 kgDISO/R2XXILXXCISO/R3XXILXXBISO/F2XXIL, IUF 2IL, IUF2XB1ISO/F2XXXIL, IUF2IL, IUF2XAISO/F3XXIL, IUF2IL, IUF 2XGroup II: 15 to 25 kgXXIL, IUF2IL, IUF2XGroup III: 22 to 36 kgXXIL, IUF2IL, IUF 2X

72Seats, restraints1:If necessary, slide adjustable front seat forwards to install a child restraint system on these seats. There may not be
enough clearance to install a child restraint system on vehicles fitted with fixed front seats.2:Forward-facing child restraints: Remove head restraint 3 46 before installing child restraint. The seat in front of this
installation position must not be more than halfway back on its runners. Maximum backrest rake is 25°. Seat adjustment
3 48.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.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.
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.

Instruments and controls97Fuses 3 181.
Turn signals 3 111.
Seat belt reminder X illuminates or flashes red.
If the seat belt is unfastened, control
indicator X will flash when vehicle
speed exceeds approx. 16 km/h. A
warning chime also sounds for up to
two minutes.
If the seat belt is fastened, the
indicator light extinguishes.
Note
Heavy objects on the front seats
may cause control indicator X to
illuminate. Remove the object from
the seat or fasten the seat belt.9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger
their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Three-point seat belts 3 56.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
If it does not illuminate or illuminates
whilst driving, there is a fault in the
belt tensioner or the airbag system.
The airbags and belt tensioners may
fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt tensioners 3 55.
Airbag system 3 59.
Airbag deactivation Ó ON illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
activated.
* OFF illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 64.
If both control indicators ÓON and
* OFF are illuminated
simultaneously, there is a system
failure. The status of the system is not discernible, therefore no person is
permitted to occupy the front
passenger seat. Contact a workshop
immediately.
If illuminated in conjunction with v or
F , seek the assistance of a workshop.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Airbag system 3 59.
Belt tensioners 3 55.
Airbag deactivation 3 64.