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Driving

Safety

Seat belts

Federally approved seat belts are provided for the
use of the driver, passenger, and the rear bench
seats� Most states require, by law, that all passengers
in a motor vehicle use seat belts while in transit� It
is strongly recommended that all occupants remain
seated with their safety belts firmly attached while the
touring coach is in transit� The driver should adjust
his or her seat so that he or she is able to reach all
controls easily with the belt on, and be able to use
all the travel on the foot brake� Seat belts should be
placed as low as possible around the hips to prevent
sliding out from under them in case of an accident�
This places the load of the body on the strong hipbone
structure instead of around the soft abdominal area�
Remember, there should only be one occupant per
seat belt when traveling�
The driver and front passenger seat belt buckle
operation is explained in the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
manual�
The rear lounge seat belt buckles are secured by
inserting the male end into the female buckle until the
buckles are secured� To release the buckle press the
release button on the female end�
Become familiar with and follow all directions,
advice, and warnings pertaining to seats, seat belt
operation, and restraint systems, provided in the
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual. Do not
allow passengers to ride anywhere in the touring
coach except in seats that are equipped with
approved seat belts.
Children must be secured in a federally-approved
child restraint device. Failure to use proper
restraints while in transit can result in severe or
fatal injuries. Never place an infant seat that faces
to the rear on the front passenger seat. Never place
an unbelted infant seat on any seat while in transit.
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Child restraint devices are designed to be secured
with lap or lap/shoulder belts� All instructions supplied
by the restraint manufacturer must be followed�
Statistics have shown children are safer when properly
restrained in a rear seating position than in a front
seating position�
Don't hesitate when it comes to passenger safety�
Make sure all passengers are properly restrained�

Trailer Towing and Driving Tips

(Some text is partially excerpted from Mercedes-Benz
Sprinter Operators Manual�)
Failure to use proper equipment and driving
technique can result in a loss of vehicle control
when towing a trailer. Improper towing or failure
to follow the instructions contained in this section
can result in serious injury. Follow the guidelines
below carefully to assure safe trailer operation.
Ask your authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or
Airstream dealer if you require an explanation of
information contained in the manuals.

Trailer Hitches

Units have hitches and wiring installed from the
Mercedes-Benz manufacturer� The Sprinter 7- way
connector is used for lights and charge line on a trailer�
For further information, please see your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealer�
To reduce the possibility of damage, remove the hitch
ball adapter from the receiver when not in use�
Since this vehicle is designed and intended primarily
as a load-carrying vehicle, towing a trailer will affect
handling, durability and economy� Maximum safety
and satisfaction depends upon proper use of correct
equipment and avoiding overloads and other abusive
operation�
The total weight of the touring coach and
trailer must not exceed the GCWR listed in the
specification section of this manual. The maximum
towing capacity varies according to the size of the
touring coach and its GCWR. Vehicles should be
properly equipped for towing trailers. Information
on trailer hauling capabilities and special
equipment required may be obtained from your
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and/or Airstream dealer.
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2023 Interstate 24X