Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, Operator'S Manual

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Only affix accessories which have been
specially approved for this child
restraint system by the child restraint
system's manufacturer.
Only use child restraint systems which are in
proper working condition
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WARNING Risk of injury or death caused
by the use of damaged child restraint
systems
Child restraint systems or their retaining sys‐
tems that have been subjected to stress in
an accident may not be able to perform their
intended protective function.
It may be the case that the child cannot be
properly restrained.
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Always immediately replace child
restraint systems that have been dam‐
aged or involved in an accident.
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Have the securing systems for the child
restraint systems checked at a qualified
specialist workshop before installing a
child restraint system again.
Avoid direct sunlight
& WARNING Risk of burns when the child
seat is exposed to direct sunlight
If the child restraint system is exposed to
direct sunlight or heat, parts could heat up.
Children could suffer burns from these parts,
particularly on the 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 the child restraint system, e.g.
with a blanket.
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If the child restraint system has been
exposed to direct sunlight, allow it to
cool before securing a child in it.
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Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
Observe when stopping or parking
& WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to children left unattended in the
vehicle
If children are left unsupervised in the vehi‐
cle, they could, in particular:
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open doors, thereby endangering other
persons or road users.
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get out and be struck by oncoming traf‐
fic.
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operate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example.
In addition, the children could also set the
vehicle in motion, for example by:
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releasing the parking brake.
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changing the transmission position.
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starting the vehicle.
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Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
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