Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Operator's Manual page 47

Warning!
It is very important for your safety to
always be in a properly seated
position and to wear your seat belt.
For maximum protection in the event
of a collision always be in normal
seated position with your back
against the seat back. Fasten your
seat belt and ensure that it is
properly positioned on the body.
Since the airbag inflates with
considerable speed and force, a
proper seating position will keep you
in a safe distance from the airbag:
• Sit properly belted in an upright
position with your back against the
seat back.
• Do not lean with your head or chest
close to the steering wheel or
dashboard,
• Adjust the passenger as far as
possible rearward from the
dashboard, especially when a child
restraint is installed.
• Infants and small children should
only be seated in an infant or child
restraint which is properly secured
by the seat belt.
• Rear-facing child restrains must not
be used in a front seat with a
passenger side airbag .
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in severe injuries to you or
other occupants.
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