2003 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 60

Safety and Security Occupant safety Emergency tensioning device (ETD) The seat belts are equipped with emergency tensioning devices. The ETD is designed to activate in the following cases when the seat belts are fastened: in frontal or rear-end impacts exceeding a preset severity level if the restraint systems are operational and functioning correctly, see 1 indicator lamp ( page 52). In an impact, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body. Children in the vehicle If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child and recommended for use by Mercedes-Benz. Ensure that the infant or child is properly secured by a belt at all times while the vehicle is in motion. Infant and child restraint seats and information on choosing an appropriate restraint system can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Center. Infant and child restraint systems Use only a BabySmartTM compatible child restraint for the passenger seat in this vehicle. We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. Warning! G An emergency tensioning device (ETD) that was activated must be replaced. When scrapping the emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the passenger seat. This could cause the front or side impact airbag on the passenger side to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system's deployment threshold. 60