Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual page 53

If the restraint system control unit detects a
side impact or that the vehicle is rolling over,
the relevant restraint system components are
activated independently of one another
depending on the apparent type of accident.
If the system determines a need for additional
protection for the vehicle occupants, the
Emergency Tensioning Devices are triggered.
Thorax bag on the side of impact, inde-
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pendently of the Emergency Tensioning
Device and the use of the seat belt
Window curtain air bag on the side of
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impact, independently of the use of the
seat belt and independently of whether the
front-passenger seat is occupied
Not all air bags are deployed in an acci-
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dent. The different air bag systems work
independently of each other.
How the air bag system works is deter-
mined by the severity of the accident detec-
ted, especially the vehicle deceleration or
acceleration and the apparent type of acci-
dent:
frontal collision
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side impact
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Children in the vehicle
Important safety notes
Accident statistics show that children
secured in the rear seats are safer than chil-
dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For
this reason, we strongly advise that you install
a child restraint system on a rear seat. Chil-
dren are generally better protected there.
If a child younger than 12 years and under 5 ft
(1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle:
always secure the child in a child restraint
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system suitable for this vehicle. The child
restraint system must be appropriate to the
age, weight and size of the child
be sure to observe the instructions and
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safety notes in this section in addition to
Children in the vehicle
the child restraint system manufacturer's
installation instructions
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WARNING
If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi-
cle, they could set it in motion by, for example:
release the parking brake.
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shift the automatic transmission out of the
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parking position P.
start the engine.
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In addition, they may operate vehicle equip-
ment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
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WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
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WARNING
If the child restraint system is subjected to
direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil-
dren may burn themselves on these parts,
particularly on the metal parts of the child
restraint system. There is a risk of injury.
If you leave the vehicle, taking the child with
you, always ensure that the child restraint
system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro-
tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child
restraint system has been exposed to direct
sunlight, let it cool down before securing the
child in it. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have
their seat belts fastened correctly and are sit-
ting properly. Particular attention must be
paid to children.
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
( page 44) and the notes on correct use of
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seat belts ( page 45).
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