SMART fortwo coupe Owner's Manual page 43

To provide better protection to children
younger than twelve 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.
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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
Children in the vehicle
increased risk of injury, possibly even
fatal.
Always fit child restraint systems prop-
erly, even if they are not being used. Make
sure that you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
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WARNING
Child restraint systems or their securing
systems that have been damaged or sub-
jected to a load in an accident cannot per-
form their 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.
Immediately replace child restraint sys-
tems that have been damaged or subjected
to a load in an accident. Have the child
restraint securing systems checked in a
qualified specialist workshop before fit-
ting a child restraint system again.
i Use the care products approved by smart
to clean the child restraint systems rec-
ommended by smart. Further information
can be obtained at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Also, always observe the detailed informa-
tion below:
When fitting a child restraint system on
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the front-passenger seat, observe the
notes on child restraint systems on the
front-passenger seat (
Notes on attaching suitable child restraint
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Y
systems ( page 47).
Notes on recommended child restraint
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Y
systems ( page 49).
Instructions and safety notes on disabling
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and enabling the front-passenger front
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airbag ( page 44).
Notes on seat belts (
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page 45).
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page 36).
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