Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2020 Owner's Manual page 64

Information on child restraint system approval
categories and details on the approval label on
the child restraint system ( page 65).
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Detecting risks, avoiding danger
Securing systems for child restraint systems
in the vehicle
Only use the following securing systems for child
restraint systems:
the ISOFIX or i-Size securing rings
R
the vehicle's seat belt system
R
the Top Tether anchorages
R
Fitting an ISOFIX or an i-Size child restraint sys‐
tem is preferred.
Simply attaching to the securing rings on the
vehicle can reduce the risk of fitting the child
restraint system incorrectly.
When securing a child with the integrated seat
belt of the ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint sys‐
tem, always comply with the permissible gross
weight for the child and child restraint system
( page 69).
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Advantage of a rearward-facing child
restraint system
It is preferable to transport a baby or a small
child in a suitable rearward-facing child restraint
system. In this case, the child sits in the oppo‐
site direction to the direction of travel and faces
backwards.
Babies and small children have comparatively
weak neck muscles in relation to the size and
weight of their head. The risk of injury to the cer‐
vical spine during an accident can be reduced in
a rearward-facing child restraint system.
Always secure a child restraint system cor‐
rectly
& WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
incorrect installation of the child
restraint system
The child can then not be protected or
restrained as intended.
Be sure to comply with the manufactur‐
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er's installation instructions for the
Occupant safety
child restraint system and its correct
use.
Make sure that the entire base of the
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child restraint system always rests on
the sitting surface of the seat.
Never place objects (e.g. cushions)
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under or behind the child restraint sys‐
tem.
Use child restraint systems only with
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the original cover designed for them.
Always replace damaged covers with
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genuine covers.
& WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
unsecured child restraint systems in the
vehicle
If the child restraint system is incorrectly fit‐
ted or not secured, it can come loose.
The child restraint system could be flung
around and hit vehicle occupants.
Always install child restraint systems
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correctly, even when not in use.
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