Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate 2017, Owner'S Manual

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Children could suffer burns on these parts,
particularly on metallic parts of the child
restraint system.
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Always make sure that the child
restraint system is not exposed to
direct sunlight.
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Protect it with a blanket, for example.
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If the child restraint system has been
exposed to direct sunlight, allow it to
cool before securing a child into it.
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Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
To improve protection for children younger than
12 years old or under 1.50 m in height,
Mercedes-Benz recommends you observe the
following information:
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Only secure children using a child restraint
system which is appropriate to the height,
age and weight of the child and suitable for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Be sure to observe
the instructions for correct use of the child
restraint system.
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Always install a child restraint system on a
rear seat if possible.
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Only use the following securing systems for
child restraint systems:
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the seat belt system
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the ISOFIX or i-Size mounting brackets
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the Top Tether anchorages
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The manufacturer's installation instructions
for the child restraint system.
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The warning labels in the vehicle interior and
on the child restraint system.
& WARNING Risk of injury or death caused
by incorrect installation of the child
restraint system
If the child restraint system is incorrectly
installed on a suitable seating position, it
cannot perform its intended protective func‐
tion.
The child cannot be restrained in the event of
an accident, heavy braking or a sudden
change of direction.
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Always comply with the manufacturer's
installation instructions for the child
restraint system and its correct use.
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Make sure that the entire base of the
child restraint system always rests on
the sitting surface of the seat.
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Never place objects under or behind
the child restraint system, e.g. cush‐
ions.
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Always use child restraint systems with
the original cover designed for them.
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Always replace damaged covers with
genuine covers.
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WARNING Risk of accident caused by
incorrectly installed child restraint sys‐
tems
If the child restraint system is not correctly
installed or secured, it could release in the
event of an accident, sudden braking or a
sudden change in direction.
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