Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe Operator's Manual page 49

Always use child restraint systems with
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the original cover designed for them.
Always replace damaged covers with
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genuine covers.
& WARNING Risk of accident caused by
incorrectly installed child restraint sys‐
tems
If the child restraint system is not correctly
installed or secured, it could release in the
event of an accident, sudden braking or a
sudden change in direction.
The child restraint system could be flung
around and hit vehicle occupants. This poses
an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Always install child restraint systems
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correctly, even when not in use.
Always comply with the child restraint
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system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
& WARNING Risk of injury or death caused
by the use of damaged child restraint
systems
Child restraint systems or their retaining sys‐
tems that have been subjected to a load in
an accident may then not be able to perform
their intended protective function.
The child cannot be restrained in the event of
an accident, heavy braking or a sudden
change of direction.
Always replace child restraint systems
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immediately that have been damaged or
involved in an accident.
Have the securing systems for the child
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restraint systems checked at a qualified
specialist workshop before installing a
child restraint system again.
A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper seat belt positioning for children over
40 lbs (18 kg) in weight until they reach a height
where a three-point seat belt can be installed
properly without a booster seat.
Occupant safety
The following notes must be observed:
When installing a child restraint system on
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the front passenger seat, the information on
installing a child restraint system on the front
passenger seat ( page 52).
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Instructions and safety notes on the auto‐
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matic front passenger air bag shutoff .
Safety notes on the seat belt (
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Information on the correct use of the seat
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belt ( page 36).
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Activating/deactivating the child seat safety
feature of the seat belt
& WARNING Risk of injury or death if a
seat belt is unfastened while the vehicle
is in motion
If the seat belt is released while the vehicle is
in motion, the child restraint system is no
longer correctly secured. The child seat
safety feature is deactivated and the seat
belt is drawn in a bit by the inertia reel.
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