Seats, restraints 419 WarningOptimum protection is onlyprovided when the seat is in theproper position 3 33.Keep the area in which the airbaginflates clear of obstructions.Fit the seat belt correctly andengage securely. Only then theairbag is able to protect.Side airbag systemThe side airbag system consists of anairbag in each side of the front seatbackrests. This can be identified bythe word AIRBAG.The side airbag system is triggered inthe event of a side impact of a certainseverity. The ignition needs to beswitched on.The inflated airbags cushion theimpact, thereby reducing the risk ofinjury to the upper body and pelvis inthe event of a side-on collisionconsiderably.9 WarningKeep the area in which the airbaginflates clear of obstructions.NoteOnly use protective seat covers thathave been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.Curtain airbag systemThe curtain airbag system consists ofan airbag in the roof frame on eachside. This can be identified by theword AIRBAG along the headliner ortrim.The curtain airbag system is triggeredin the event of a side-on impact ofa certain severity. The ignition needsto be switched on.The inflated airbags cushion theimpact, thereby reducing the risk ofinjury to the head in the event ofa side-on impact considerably.
