2005 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 73

Safety and Security Occupant safety i The PRE-SAFE systems are activated in the previously described circumstances only at speeds exceeding 22 mph (35 km/h). When the driving dynamic situation has passed without an accident occurring, the pre-tensioning on the seat belts is deactivated. You can then adjust the seats and the tilt/sliding sunroof to their previous position. If the seat belts do not release: Adjust the backrest or seat slightly to the rear until the seat belt tension is diminished. The locking mechanism releases. 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 for the age and size of the child. Make sure the infant or child is properly secured 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 authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Infant and child restraint systems Use only a BabySmartTM1 compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehicle. We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. 1 All lap-shoulder belts except the driver's seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints. To fasten a child restraint, follow child restraint instructions for mounting. Then pull the shoulder belt out completely and let it retract. During seat belt retraction, a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The belt is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up any slack. To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner. i For more information on child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages, see "Installation of infant and child restraint systems" ( page 75). For information on LATCH-type child seat mounts ( page 76). BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp. 71