Restraint system
Protection provided by the restraint
system
The restraint system comprises:
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Seat belt system
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Airbags
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Child restraint system
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Child seat securing systems
In the event of an accident, the restraint system
can:
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reduce the risk of vehicle occupants coming
into contact with parts of the vehicle interior.
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reduce the forces to which vehicle occupants
are subjected
Only a seat belt which is worn correctly can pro-
vide the intended level of protection. The belt
tensioners and/or airbags can complement a
correctly worn seat belt depending on the detec-
ted accident situation. Belt tensioners and air-
bags are not necessarily deployed in every acci-
dent.
For the restraint system to provide its full pro-
tection, each occupant has to:
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have the seat belt fastened correctly
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be in an almost upright position with their
back against the seat backrest
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sit with their feet resting on the floor, if pos-
sible
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if below 1.50 m in height, be secured using an
additional restraint system suitable for your
vehicle
However, no system available today can com-
pletely eliminate injuries and fatalities in every
accident situation. In particular, seat belts and
airbags generally do not protect against objects
penetrating the vehicle from the outside. The
risk of an injury resulting from airbag deploy-
ment cannot be ruled out entirely either.
Limitations of the protection provided
by the restraint system
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WARNING
If the restraint system is modified, it may no
longer work as intended. The restraint system
may then not perform its intended protective
function by failing in an accident or triggering
unexpectedly, for example. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Never modify parts of the restraint system. Do
not attempt to modify the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software.
If it is necessary to adjust the vehicle to accom-
modate a person with disabilities, contact a
qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use driving aids
which have been approved specifically for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
Operational readiness of the restraint
system
When the ignition is switched on, the
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restraint system warning lamp lights up during
the self-check. It goes out no later than a few
seconds after the vehicle is started. The com-
ponents of the restraint system are then ready
for operation.
Malfunction in the restraint system
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The restraint system warning lamp
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does
not light up when the ignition is switched on.
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The restraint system warning lamp
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is
constantly lit or lights up repeatedly when
driving.
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WARNING
If the restraint system is malfunctioning,
restraint system components may be trig-
gered unintentionally or may not deploy as
intended during an accident. This may affect
the seat belt tensioner or airbag, for example.
This poses an increased risk of injury or even
fatal injury.
Have the restraint system checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
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