Brief overview of most important points
Safely transporting children in the vehicle
Always observe the following when transporting
children:
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Do not leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle (/ page 55).
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Secure children up to a height of 5 (1.50 m)
on the respective seat (see illustration above)
properly with a suitable and approved child
restraint system , and secure small children in
a rearward-facing child restraint system.
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Observe the child restraint system manufac-
turer's installation instructions.
Le/right rear seat (preferred seats)
Preferred securing system:
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LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing ring
and
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Also secure Top Tether if present
(/ page 63).
Alternative securing system:
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Vehicle seat belt (/ page 65)
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Additionally attach Top Tether if recom-
mended by the manufacturer of the child
restraint system (/ page 63).
Front passenger seat
Securing system:
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Vehicle seat belt (/ page 65)
Be sure to observe:
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If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure
that the status of the front passenger air bag
is correct for the current situation
(/ page 41).
Center rear seat
Securing system:
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Vehicle seat belt (/ page 65)
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Additionally attach Top Tether if recom-
mended by the manufacturer of the child
restraint system (/ page 63).
Important safety notes
Basic information
Be diligent
Bear in mind that negligence when securing a
child in the child restraint system may have seri-
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