child safety: fitting a child seat, general information (1/2)

Some seats are not suitable for fitting child seats. The diagram on the following page shows you how to attach a child seat.

The types of child seat indicated may not be available. Before using a different child seat, check with the manufacturer that it can be fitted.

In the front seat

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Child safety: choosing a child seat mounting (1/4)

There are two ways of attaching child seats: via the seat belt or using the ISOFIX system.

Attachment via the seat belt

The seat belt must be adjusted to ensure that it is effective in the event of harsh braking or an impact.

Ensure that the strap paths indicated by the child seat manufacturer are respected.

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Child safety: General information (1/2)

Carrying children

Please ensure that you comply with the legislation of your country.

Children, and adults, must be correctly seated and strapped in for all journeys. The children being carried in your vehicle are your responsibility.

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Additional methods of restraint

All of the warnings below are given so that the air bag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the air bag inflates.

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Side protection devices

Airbags latéraux

Il s’agit d’un airbag équipant les places avant qui se déploie sur le côté du siège (côté portière) afin de protéger les occupants en cas de choc latéral violent.

Airbags rideaux

Il s’agit d’un airbag équipant chaque côté supérieur du véhicule et qui se déploie le long des vitres latérales des portes avant et arrière afin de protéger les occupants en cas de choc latéral violent.

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Methods of restraint in addition to the rear seat belts

Force limiter

Above a certain severity of impact, this mechanism is used to limit the force of the belt against the body so that it is at an acceptable level.

- Have the entire restraint system checked following an accident.

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SEAT BELTS (1/4)

Always wear your seat belt when travelling in your vehicle. You must also comply with the legislation of the particular country you are in.

Before starting, first adjust your driving position, then ask all occupants to adjust their seat belts to ensure optimum protection.

Adjusting your driving position

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