Too much load may be placed on the ISOFIX or i‑Size child restraint systems and the child may not be restrained correctly in the event of an accident, for example.
in the manufacturer's installation and operating instructions for the child restraint system used
on a label on the child restraint system, if present
Regularly check that the permissible gross mass of the child and child restraint system is still complied with.
- Always observe the correct use of the seats and consider their suitability for attaching a child restraint system. ISOFIX child seat securing system Morei‑Size child seat securing system More
- Always observe the installation and operating instructions provided by the manufacturer for the child restraint system being used.
- Make sure that the child's feet do not touch the front seat. If necessary, move the front seat forward slightly.
- When using a Group 0/0+ baby car seat and a Group 1 rearward-facing child restraint system on a rear seat: adjust the front seat so that the seat does not touch the child restraint system.
- When using a Group 1 forward-facing child restraint system: the backrest of the child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the vehicle seat.
- For certain child restraint systems in weight group 2 or 3, there may be restrictions on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to possible contact with the roof.
- The child restraint system must not be put under strain between the roof and the seat cushion and/or be fitted facing the wrong direction.
- The child restraint system must not be put under strain by the head restraint. Adjust the head restraints accordingly.
- When using a rearward-facing child restraint system: adjust the front seat so that it does not touch the child restraint system.
- When using a forward-facing child restraint system: the backrest of the child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the vehicle seat.
Before every journey, make sure that the ISOFIX child restraint system or the i‑Size child restraint system is engaged correctly in both mounting brackets in the vehicle.