Child Restraint System - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Metris Operator's Manual

Child restraint system

The use of seat belts and infant and child
restraint systems is required by law in:
all 50 states
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the U.S. territories
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the District of Columbia
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all Canadian provinces
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You can obtain further information about the
correct child restraint system from any
Mercedes-Benz Commercial Van Center.
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WARNING
If the child restraint system is installed incor-
rectly on a suitable seat, it cannot protect as
intended. The child cannot then be restrained
in the event of an accident, heavy braking or
sudden changes of direction. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Make sure that you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instruc-
tions and the notes on use. Please ensure,
that the base of the child restraint system is
always resting completely on the seat cush-
ion. Never place 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 a rearward facing child restraint system is
installed in the direction of travel by mistake,
it cannot protect as intended. This is the case
if, for instance, you install a rearward-facing
child restraint system on a rear seat opposite
to the direction of travel. In the event of an
accident, a child might not be restrained cor-
rectly. This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Always install the rear seat in the direction of
travel before you install the rearward facing
child restraint system.
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WARNING
If the child restraint system is installed incor-
rectly or is not secured, it can come loose in
the event of an accident, heavy braking or a
Children in the vehicle
sudden change in direction. The child
restraint system could be thrown about, strik-
ing vehicle occupants. There is an increased
risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Always install child restraint systems prop-
erly, even if they are not being used. Make
sure that you observe the child restraint sys-
tem manufacturer's installation instructions.
You will find further information on stowing
objects, luggage and loads securely under
"Loading guidelines" ( page 233).
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WARNING
Child restraint systems or their securing sys-
tems which have been damaged or subjected
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 direction. 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 secur-
ing systems on the child restraint system
checked at a qualified specialist workshop,
before you install a child restraint system
again.
Securing systems for child restraint systems
include:
the seat belt system
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the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings
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Top Tether anchorage points
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If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child on
the front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the
instructions on "Occupant Classification Sys-
tem (OCS)" ( page 51). This includes informa-
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tion on deactivating the front-passenger air bag.
All child restraint systems must meet the fol-
lowing standards:
U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
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213 and 225
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
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213 and 210.2
A statement by the child restraint manufacturer
of compliance with these standards can be
found on the instruction label on the child
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