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Seats, Restraints
Seat belt reminder ðpage47
● Ensure that the outer seat belts were
not trapped during the operation.
Warning
Belt Force Limiters
Stress on the body is reduced by the
gradual release of the seat belt during a
collision.
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people not
wearing seat belts endanger their fellow
occupants and themselves.
Warning
Please note: an incorrectly latched
backrest compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden
braking or an accident.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forwards - risk of serious injury!
Belt Pretensioners
Seat belts are designed to be used by
only one person at a time.
Child restraint system ðpage26
Periodically check all parts of the seat
belt system for damage, soiling and
proper functionality.
Have damaged components replaced.
After an accident, have the seat belts
and triggered seat belt pretensioners
replaced by a workshop.
In the event of a head-on, rear-end or
side-on collision of a certain severity,
the front seat belts and the outer rear
seat belts are tightened by seat belt
pretensioners.
Seat belts
Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
fitting of seat belts) can trigger the belt
pretensioners.
Note
Make sure that the seat belts are neither
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged
objects nor trapped. Prevent dirt from
getting into the seat belt retractors.
Note
Use the belt buckle intended for the
respective seat belt when fastening in
order to ensure proper functionality.
The deployment of the belt pretensioners
is indicated by continuous illumination of
the control indicator.
Airbag and belt pretensioners ðpage20
Triggered belt pretensioners must
be replaced by a workshop. Belt
pretensioners can only be triggered once.
Note
Do not affix or install accessories or
other objects that may interfere with
the operation of the belt pretensioners.
Do not make any modifications to belt
Seat Belt Reminder
The seat belts are locked during heavy
acceleration or deceleration of the
vehicle, holding the occupants in the seat
position. Therefore the risk of injury is
considerably reduced.
Each seat is equipped with a seat belt
reminder, indicated by a control indicator
for the respective seat in the overhead
console.
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