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.
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WARNING
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.
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WARNING
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.
A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper seat belt positioning for children over
41 lbs (18 kg) or until they reach a height
where a three-point seat belt can be properly
fastened without a booster seat.
Also, always observe the detailed informa-
tion below:
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When installing a child restraint system
on the front-passenger seat, observe the
notes on child restraint systems on the
front-passenger seat (
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page 44).
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Notes on seat belts (
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page 35).
Activating/deactivating the special
seatbelt retractor of the seat belt
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WARNING
If the seat belt is released while driving,
the child restraint system will no longer be
secured properly. The special seat belt
retractor is disabled and the inertia real
draws in a portion of the seat belt. The seat
belt cannot be immediately refastened.
There is an increased risk of injury, pos-
sibly even fatal.
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
Reactivate the special seat belt retractor
and secure the child restraint system
properly.
When activated, the special seat belt retrac-
tor ensures that the seat belt on the front-
passenger seat does not slacken once the
child restraint system is secured.
Always comply with the child restraint sys-
tem manufacturer's installation instructions
when installing and removing the child
restraint system.
Activating the special seat belt retractor:
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Pull the seat belt out fully and let the seat
belt retractor retract it again.
When the special seat belt retractor is
activated, you should hear a ratcheting
sound.
X
Push the child seat restraint system down
until the seat belt is tight.
Deactivating the special seat belt retractor:
X
Press the release button on the seat belt
buckle.
X
Hold the belt tongue firmly and guide it
back towards the belt loop.
Securing Top Tether
Top Tether can reduce the risk of injury,
since it provides an additional connection
Children in the vehicle
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