Top Tether - SMART 2016 fortwo Owner's Manual

Children in the vehicle
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Make sure that you observe the child
restraint system manufacturer's installa-
tion instructions and the notes on use.
Please ensure, that the base of the child
restraint system is always resting com-
pletely on the seat cushion. Never place
objects, e.g. cushions, under or behind the
child restraint system. Only use child
restraint systems with the original cover
designed for them. Only replace damaged
covers with genuine covers.
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WARNING
If the child restraint system is installed
incorrectly or is not secured, it can come
loose in the event of an accident, heavy
braking or a sudden change in direction.
The child restraint system could be thrown
about, striking vehicle occupants. There is
an increased risk of injury, possibly even
fatal.
Always install child restraint systems
properly, even if they are not being used.
Make sure that you observe the child
restraint system manufacturer's installa-
tion instructions.
You will find further information on stowing
objects, luggage or loads under "Loading
guidelines" ( page 138).
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WARNING
Child restraint systems or their securing
systems which have been damaged or sub-
jected to a load in an accident can no longer
protect as intended. The child cannot then
be restrained in the event of an accident,
heavy braking or sudden changes of direc-
tion. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Replace child restraint systems which have
been damaged or subjected to a load in an
accident as soon as possible. Have the
securing systems on the child restraint
system checked at a qualified specialist
workshop, before you install a child
restraint system again.
Securing systems for child restraint systems
include:
the seat belt system
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the Top Tether anchorages
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If you install a child restraint system on
the front-passenger seat, make sure that
the backrest is securely engaged
( page 64).
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If a child is carried on the front-
passenger seat, be sure to observe the
information on "Child restraint systems on
the front-passenger seat" (
There you will also find information on
disabling the front-passenger front air-
bag.
All child restraint systems must meet the fol-
lowing standards:
U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand-
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ards 213 and 225
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
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213 and 210.2
Confirmation that the child restraint system
corresponds to the standards can be found on
an instruction label on the child restraint
system. This confirmation can also be found
in the installation instructions that are
included with the child restraint system.
Observe the warning labels in the vehicle
interior and on the child restraint system.

Top Tether

Introduction
Top Tether provides an additional connec-
tion between the child restraint system and
the vehicle. This helps reduce the risk of
injury even further. If the child restraint
system is fitted with a Top Tether belt, this
should always be used.
page 47).
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