Mercedes-Benz SL 320 Operator's Manual page 47

Warning!
It is very important for your safety to
always be in a properly seated
position and to wear your seat belt.
For maximum protection in the event
of a collision always be in normal
seated position with your back
against the seat back. Fasten your
seat belt and ensure that it is
properly positioned on the body.
For unobstructive inflation of side
airbags, keep door pock-et lids
closed.
Since the airbag inflates with
considerable speed and force, a
proper seating position will keep you
in a safe distance from the airbag:
•
Sit properly belted in an
upright position with your
back against the seat back.
•
Do not lean with your head
or chest close to the steering
wheel or dashboard.
•
Adjust the driver seat as far
as possible rearward, still
permitting proper operation
of vehicle controls.
•
Adjust the passenger seat
as far as possible rearward
from the dashboard,
especially when a child
restraint is installed.
•
Infants and small children
should only be seated in an
infant or child restraint
which is properly secured
by the seat belt.
•
Rear-facing child restraints
must not be used in a front
seat.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in severe injuries to you or
other occupants.
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