Children In The Vehicle - SMART fortwo coupé Owner's Manual

Children in the vehicle

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Children in the vehicle
Travelling safely with children on
board
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WARNING
If you leave children unattended in the
vehicle, they may be able to set the vehicle
in motion if, for example, they:
release the parking brake
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shift the automatic transmission out of
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park position P or shift manual trans-
mission into neutral
start the engine
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In addition, they may operate vehicle
equipment and become trapped. There is a
risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
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WARNING
If persons (particularly children) are
exposed to heat or cold for a prolonged
period, there is a risk of serious or even
fatal injuries. Never leave persons (par-
ticularly children) unattended in the vehi-
cle.
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WARNING
If the child restraint system is placed in
direct sunlight, the parts could become
very hot. Children could be suffer burns by
touching these parts, in particular on the
metallic parts of the child restraint sys-
tem. There is a risk of injury.
If you and your child leave the vehicle,
always make sure that the child restraint
system is not in direct sunlight. Cover it
with a blanket, for example. If the child
restraint system has been exposed to
direct sunlight, leave it to cool down before
securing the child in it. Never leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle.
To provide better protection to children
younger than 12 years old and under 1.50 m
tall, smart recommends always observing
the following:
Secure children only in a child restraint
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system that is appropriate for the age,
weight and size of the child and that is
recommended and suitable for use in smart
vehicles. Make sure you observe the
instructions for correct use of the child
restraint system.
Only use the following securing systems
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with the child restraint systems:
the seat belt system
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the ISOFIX or i‑Size securing rings
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the Top Tether anchorages
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The manufacturer's child restraint system
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installation instructions.
The warning labels in the vehicle interior
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and on the child restraint system.
G
WARNING
If the child restraint system is incorrectly
fitted on the seat position suitable for this
purpose, it cannot perform its intended
protective function. In the event of an
accident, sharp braking or a sudden
change in direction, the child may not be
held securely. There is an increased risk of
serious or even fatal injuries.
Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions and the correct use for the
child restraint system. Make sure that the
entire surface of the child restraint system
is resting on the seat surface. Never place
objects under or behind the child restraint
system, e.g. cushions. 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 fitted incor-
rectly 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