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WARNING
If the restraint system is malfunctioning,
restraint system components may be trig-
gered unintentionally or might not be trig-
gered
at all in the event of an accident with a
high rate of vehicle deceleration. This can
effect belt tensioners or airbags, for example.
There is an increased risk of serious or even
fatal injuries.
Have the restraint system checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Seat belts
Introduction
A correctly fastened seat belt is the most
effective
means of limiting the movement of a
vehicle occupant during a collision. This
reduces the risk of vehicle occupants coming
into contact with parts of the vehicle interior
or being ejected from it. Furthermore, the
seat belt helps to keep the vehicle occupant
in the best position in relation to a deployed
airbag.
The seat belt system consists of:
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seat belts
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belt tensioner for the driver's seat belt
If the seat belt is pulled quickly or suddenly
from the belt sash guide, the inertia reel
locks. The belt strap cannot be pulled out fur-
ther.
In an impact, the belt tensioner tightens the
belt to pull it close to the body. It does not pull
the driver back in the direction of the seat
backrest, however.
In addition, the belt tensioner cannot com-
pensate for the seat position being incorrect
or for an incorrectly worn seat belt.
Important safety notes
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WARNING
The seat belt cannot perform its intended pro-
tective
function if it is not fastened correctly.
Also, an improperly fastened seat belt can
cause additional injuries in the event of an
accident, sudden braking or abrupt changes
of direction. There is an increased risk of
injury, possibly even fatal.
Always make sure that all vehicle occupants
are wearing their seat belt and positioned cor-
rectly.
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WARNING
The seat belt does not offer the intended level
of
protection if you have not moved the back-
rest to an almost vertical position. When brak-
ing or in the event of an accident, you could
slide underneath the seat belt and sustain
abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the backrest
is in an almost vertical position and that the
shoulder section of your seatbelt is routed
across the centre of your shoulder.
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WARNING
Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the
seat belts correctly without a suitable, addi-
tional restraint system. The seat belt cannot
perform
its intended protective function if it is
not fastened correctly. Also, an improperly
fastened seat belt can cause additional inju-
ries in the event of an accident, sudden brak-
ing or abrupt changes of direction. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Secure persons less than 1.50 m tall in a suit-
able restraint system.
If a child younger than 12 years old and under
1.50 m in height is travelling in the vehicle:
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always secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz
vehicle. The child restraint system must be
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