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—Insert the plastic cover → Fig. 1
with the recess at the front into the seat rail and press against the direction of
the arrow until the cover engages securely. The cover must be flush with the seat rail.
—Ensure that the plastic covers for the double seat rails are not confused with each other as the covers will
otherwise not engage securely.
WARNING
If the equipment in the seat rails is removed, installed or moved incorrectly, accidents and severe injuries may
result.
● Take care when removing or installing the aluminium cover rails: Danger of injury through corners and edges.
● Always install the aluminium cover rails and plastic covers again before driving.
● Never remove the seat rails completely. All such work should be carried out by a correspondingly qualified
workshop.
● If the seat rails are damaged, have them checked and if necessary replaced by a correspondingly qualified
workshop.
NOTICE
If seats are moved when the seat rails are soiled, the seat rails and the seat feet could be damaged.
Fastening rings
Observe the maximum load rating of the fastening rings (→ Fastening rings).
Fastening rings in rail system
Fig. 1 In the seat rail: Fastening ring.
The fastening rings in the seat rails can be used to secure loads→ Fig. 1.
WARNING
Incorrect use of fastening rings can cause severe or fatal accidents.
● Always use suitable and undamaged lashing straps or securing straps.
● Attach securing straps securely to the fastening rings.
● Loose objects in the vehicle can suddenly slide and change the way the vehicle handles.
● Never exceed the maximum load rating of the fastening rings when securing objects.
● Small and light objects should also be secured.
● Never secure a child seat using the fastening rings.
● Rotating individual seats must always be turned in the direction of travel if a load is secured behind these
individual seats using fastening rings.
● Never use elastic straps or nets to tie down loads.
● Apply loads to the fastening rings evenly.
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