ISOFIX Anchorages and Child Upper Tether Anchorage

The ISOFIX system secures the child restraint system during driving and in the event of a collision. This system is designed to make it easier to install the child restraint system and reduce the likelihood of incorrect installation of the child restraint system. The ISOFIX system uses anchorages in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint system. The system eliminates the need to use the seat belts to secure the child. Restraint system for rear seats. ISOFIX anchorages are metal bars built into the vehicle. For each ISOFIX seating position, there are two lower anchorages used to install a child restraint system with lower attachments.

To use the ISOFIX system in your vehicle, you must have a child restraint system with ISOFIX attachments. The manufacturer of the child restraint system will provide you with instructions for using the child restraint system with its ISOFIX connectors.

ISOFIX anchorages are provided on the left and right outboard rear seating positions. Their location is shown in the illustration.

WARNING

Do not attempt to install a child restraint system using ISOFIX anchorages in the rear center seating position. ISOFIX anchorages are not provided for this seat. Using the outboard seat anchorages to install a CRS in the rear center position may damage the anchorages.

ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorages are located between the seatback and the seat cushion of the left and right outboard rear seats, marked with symbols.

❈ 1. : ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorage position indicator (type A), Type B- )

2. : ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorage

Child Restraint Installation Using the ISOFIX (i-Size) Anchorage System

To install an ISOFIX (i-Size) compatible child restraint system in either of the outboard rear seating positions:

1. Move the seat belt buckle away from the ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorages.

2. Move any other objects away from the anchorages that could prevent a secure connection between the child restraint system and the ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorages.

3. Place the child restraint system on the vehicle seat, then attach it to the ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorages in accordance with the child restraint manufacturer's instructions.

4. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions to properly install and connect the ISOFIX (i-Size) attachments on the child restraint system to the ISOFIX (i-Size) anchorages.

WARNING

When using the ISOFIX (i-Size) system, observe the following precautions:

• Read and follow all installation instructions provided with your child restraint system.
• To prevent a child from reaching and grabbing unused seat belts, secure all unused rear seat belts and keep the seat belt straps away from the child. A child may be strangled if the shoulder belt wraps around their neck and the seat belt tightens.
• NEVER attach more than one child restraint system to a single anchorage. This may cause the anchorage or attachment to loosen or break.
• Always have the ISOFIX (i-Size) system inspected by a dealer after an accident. An accident may damage the ISOFIX (i-Size) system and prevent the child restraint system from being properly secured.