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Driving

Safety

Seat belts

Federally approved seat belts are provided for the
use of the driver, passenger, and the rear sofa� 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 sofa 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�
Release Button
WARNING
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.
DANGER
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�)
WARNING
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�
WARNING
The total weight of the touring coach and trailer
must not exceed the GCWR;
on page 4-3. 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.
see Specifications
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