1. Install the protective cap on the belt buckle before the child restraint is installed.
2. Position the protective cap on the belt buckle and press it down until you hear it click into place fig. 45.
3. Pull on the protective cap to check that it is secure. The cap must not be able to loosen.
The belt buckle is now out of action.
4. To remove the protective cap, push the belt buckle tongue into the oblong slot of the cap.
5. Press the button underneath with the buckle tongue fig. 46.
The cap will pop out.
Securing a booster seat with a safety belt
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Fig. 47 Correctly fastened child on a booster seat.
Children between the ages of around 8 and 12 are best protected when they travel on a booster seat that is suitable for their age and height.
The safety belts of the vehicle generally only fit children 145 cm (approx. 57 inches) tall or taller. Booster seats ensure that children under this height can be
correctly fastened using the safety belt.
Never activate the lockable belt system when securing a child with a booster seat.
The upper area of the belt must always be positioned on the child's shoulder. Ensure that the belt does not rest on the child's face or neck.
The lap belt must always run across the child's lap. It must never run across the child's stomach.
Children over 145 cm (approx. 57 inches) tall can generally be fastened with the safety belt. Pay attention to the information at ⇒ Safety belt positioning.
Your child no longer needs a booster seat if they are taller than 145 cm (approx. 57 inches) and the following conditions are met:
The child can sit with their back fully against the backrest.
The child's knees bend over the edge of the seat.
The child's feet sit fully flat on the vehicle floor.
The child can comfortably stay in this position for the entire journey.
Children aged 12 or under must always travel on a rear seat.
WARNING
Not using a booster seat or incorrectly using a booster seat or safety belt can cause severe or fatal injuries in the event of an accident or collision.
Always observe all instructions regarding the installation and use of child restraints and booster seats.
If, under exceptional circumstances, you need to install a booster seat on the front passenger seat, ensure that the PASSENGER AIR BAG
indicator light turns on and remains on.
In case of an emergency
Securing yourself and the vehicle
Follow all legal regulations regarding securing a vehicle during a breakdown. For example, in many countries you must switch on the emergency flashers and wear
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