2010 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 47

251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 45 Version: 2.11.8.1 Occupant safety In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: RDo 45 empty, the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out. If the 42 indicator lamp does not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. RDo RDo not place objects under and/or around the front passenger seat. not hang anything from or attach any items to the seats. the front passenger seat and the center console or front passenger door. For more information, see the "Practical hints" section (Y page 307). Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the OCS. The bottom and back of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion and backrest. If necessary, adjust the tilt of the passenger seat backrest. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident, instead of increasing protection for the child. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation of child seats. RDo not stuff objects such as books between G Warning! RDo not move the front passenger seat backwards against stiff objects. position that is as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest. RSit with the seat belt properly fastened in a RWhile seated, an occupant should not position him/herself in such a way as to cause the occupant's weight to be lifted from the seat bottom as this may result in the OCS being unable to correctly approximate the occupant's weight category. and observe all warnings in this chapter. RRead BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system The BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system is standard equipment in Canada. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. OCS Self-test After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once or twice, the 42 indicator lamp illuminates. If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the front passenger seat and the system classifies the occupant as an adult, the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate and go out after approximately 6 seconds. If the seat is not occupied and the system classifies the front passenger seat as being G Warning! Z Safety and security not place more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the parcel net on the back of the front passenger seat. Otherwise, the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight category. G Warning!