Check regularly that the permissible gross mass of
the child plus the child restraint system is not
exceeded.
When you install a child restraint system, observe
the following:
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Always observe the correct use and suitability
of the seats for attaching a child restraint sys-
tem.
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Always observe the manufacturer's installa-
tion and operating instructions for the child
restraint system used.
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Make sure that the child's feet do not touch
the front seat. If necessary, move the front
seat slightly forwards.
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When installing an ISOFIX child restraint sys-
tem, also observe the following:
O
When using a Group 0/0+ baby car seat and
a Group 1 rearward-facing child restraint sys-
tem on a rear seat: adjust the rear and/or
front seat so that the front seat does not
touch the child restraint system.
O
When using a Group 1 forward-facing child
restraint system: the backrest of the child
restraint system must, as far as possible, lie
flat against the backrest of the seat.
O
For certain child restraint systems in weight
category II or III, there may be restrictions on
the maximum size setting, e.g. due to possible
contact with the roof.
O
Do not put the child restraint system under
strain between the roof and the seat surface
and/or install it facing the wrong direction.
O
Do not put the child restraint system under
strain by the head restraint. Adjust the head
restraints as appropriate.
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ISOFIX mounting brackets
Before every journey, make sure that the ISOFIX
child restraint system is engaged correctly in both
mounting brackets in the vehicle.
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NOTE Damage to the seat belt for the cen-
ter seat during installation of the child
restraint system
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Make sure that the seat belt is not trap-
ped.
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Attach the ISOFIX child restraint system to
both mounting brackets
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in the vehicle.
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WARNING Risk of injury due to incorrect
attachment of the Top Tether belt
If you attach the Top Tether belt incorrectly,
the child restraint system is not properly
secured and therefore cannot protect as inten-
ded.
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Attach the Top Tether hook only to the
intended Top Tether anchorage.
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If the child restraint system is equipped
with a Top Tether belt:
The risk of injury can be reduced by Top
Tether. The Top Tether belt enables an addi-
tional connection between the child
restraint system attached with ISOFIX and
the vehicle.
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Occupant safety