Sitting correctly and safely

Various securing systems

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Fig. 62 On the rear seats: figure Ⓐ illustrates the main securing points for the child restraint system on the lower retaining rings and top tether. Figure Ⓑ shows how to secure a child restraint system using the vehicle's seat belt

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Always secure child seats properly, safely and in accordance with the instructions from the child seat manufacturer.

The fitted child seat must sit close to the vehicle seat and must not be able to move or tip more than 2.5 cm.

Child seats that are intended to be secured using the top tether must be secured in the vehicle using the top tether . Attach the top tether only to the retaining rings fitted for this purpose. Always pull the top tether tightly so that the child seat is secure and fits closely to the seat.

Country-specific securing systems

Variants of the attachment system :

  1. ISOFIX retaining rings and top tether, including in Europe and .
  2. Three-point automatic seat belt and top tether .

The systems include the securing point for the child restraint system with a top tether and the lower anchoring points on the seat.

Test yourself

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