42 Seats, restraintsSeat belts on the rear seatsThe seat belt for the rear centre seatcan only be withdrawn from theretractor if the backrest is engaged inupright position.Using the seat belt whilepregnant9 WarningThe lap belt must be positioned aslow as possible across the pelvisto prevent pressure on theabdomen.Airbag systemThe airbag system consists ofa number of individual systemsdepending on the scope ofequipment.When triggered the airbags inflatewithin milliseconds. They also deflateso quickly that it is often unnoticeableduring the collision.9 WarningIf handled improperly the airbagsystems can be triggered in anexplosive manner.NoteThe airbag systems and beltpretensioner control electronics arelocated in the centre console area.Do not put any magnetic objects inthis area.Do not stick anything on the airbagcovers and do not cover them withother materials.Each airbag is triggered only once.Have deployed airbags replaced bya workshop. Furthermore, it might benecessary to have the steeringwheel, the instrument panel, parts ofthe panelling, the door seals,handles and the seats replaced.Do not make any modifications tothe airbag system as this willinvalidate the vehicle type approval.When the airbags inflate escaping hotgases may cause burns.Control indicator v for airbag systems3 75.Front airbag systemThe front airbag system consists ofone airbag in the steering wheel andone in the instrument panel on thefront passenger side. These can beidentified by the word AIRBAG.
