When installing a child restraint system, observe
the following:
O
Always observe the correct use of the seats
and consider their suitability for attaching a
child restraint system.
O
Always comply with the manufacturer's
installation and operating instructions for
the child restraint system used.
O
Make sure that the child's feet do not come
into contact with the front seat. If neces‐
sary, move the front seat forward slightly.
® When installing a LATCH-type (ISOFIX)
child restraint system, also observe the follow‐
ing:
O
When using a Group 0/0+ baby car seat
and a Group I rearward-facing child
restraint system on a rear seat: adjust
the front seat so that the seat does not
touch the child restraint system.
O
When using a Group I forward-facing
child restraint system: remove the head
restraint from the respective seat, if possi‐
ble. In addition, the backrest of the child
restraint system must, as far as possible, lie
flat against the backrest of the vehicle seat.
After the child restraint system has been
removed, replace the head restraints imme‐
diately and adjust them correctly.
O
For certain child restraint systems in weight
category II or III, there may be restrictions
on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to
possible contact with the roof.
O
The child restraint system must not be ten‐
sioned between the roof and the seat cush‐
ion and/or be installed facing the wrong
direction. Where possible, adjust the seat
cushion inclination accordingly.
O
The child restraint system must not be put
under strain by the head restraints. Adjust
the head restraints accordingly.
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LATCH-type (ISOFIX) mounting bracket
Before every trip, make sure that the LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) child restraint system is engaged cor‐
rectly in both mounting brackets in the vehicle.
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