Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2013 Owner's Manual page 72

Problems with automatic child seat recognition
Problem
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator
lamp on the centre con-
sole is lit.
When you switch the
ignition on, the 6
restraint system warn-
ing light lights up and/
or
the PASSENGER AIR
R
BAG OFF indicator
lamp does not light
up briefly, or
the PASSENGER AIR
R
BAG ON indicator
lamp does not light
up briefly, or
the PASSENGER AIR
R
BAG ON indicator
lamp lights up and
does not go out after
60 seconds.
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
A special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a trans-
ponder for automatic child seat recognition has been fitted to the
front-passenger seat. The front-passenger front airbag has there-
fore been disabled as desired.
There is no child restraint system fitted to the front-passenger
seat. Automatic child seat recognition is malfunctioning, for exam-
ple due to electronic devices on the front-passenger seat.
Remove electronic equipment from the front-passenger seat,
X
e.g.:
laptop
R
mobile phone
R
a card with a transponder, such as a ski pass or access pass
R
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the
front-passenger seat may not be used.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
X
G
WARNING
Automatic child seat recognition is malfunctioning.
Do not install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat.
It is recommended that you fit the restraint system to a suitable
rear seat.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Please also refer to the notes about the restraint system warning
X
lamp ( page 362).
Y
Children in the vehicle
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Z