Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon Owner's Manual page 51

The child cannot be restrained in the event of
an accident, heavy braking or a sudden
change of direction.
Always comply with the manufacturer's
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installation instructions for the child
restraint system and its correct use.
Make sure that the entire base of the
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child restraint system always rests on
the sitting surface of the seat.
Never place objects under or behind
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the child restraint system, e.g. cush‐
ions.
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 injury or death from
unsecured child restraint systems in the
vehicle
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.
Always fit child restraint systems cor‐
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rectly, even when not in use.
Always comply with the child restraint
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system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Always observe the child restraint system
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manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions as well as the vehicle-specific
information:
Fit the ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint sys‐
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tem to the rear seat ( page 60).
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Secure the child restraint system with the
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seat belt on the rear seat (
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Secure the child restraint system with the
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seat belt on the front passenger seat
( page 69). Observe the specific
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instructions for the rearward-facing and
forward-facing child restraint systems
( page 68).
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If the front passenger seat is occupied,
ensure, both before and during the jour‐
ney, that the status of the front
passenger front airbag is correct for the
current situation (
Observe the warning labels in the vehicle
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interior and on the child restraint system.
Also secure Top Tether if present.
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Do not alter the child restraint system
& WARNING Risk of injury due to altera‐
tions to the child restraint system
The child restraint system may no longer
function as it is supposed to if you make
alterations or attach objects to it, e.g. toys or
unsuitable accessories. This poses an
increased risk of injury!
page 66).
Never alter the child restraint system. Only
attach accessories which the manufacturer
of the child restraint system has authorised
especially for this child restraint system.
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Occupant safety
page 43).
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