59Seats, interiorThree-stage safety systemComprising:z three-point seat beltsz belt tensioners for the front seatsz airbag systems for driver’s seat, frontpassenger’s seat and outboard rearseats 3.The three stages are activated in sequencedepending on the severity of the accident:z The automatic seat belt locking devicesprevent the belt strap from being pulledout and thus ensure that the vehicleoccupants are retained in their seats.z The front seat belts are pulled down atthe belt buckles and the lower, outerattachment points 3. This tightens theseat belt, so the occupants are sloweddown at an early stage of vehicledeceleration, thus reducing stresses onthe body.z The airbag systems are also triggered inthe event of severe accidents and form asafety cushion for the occupants.Always read the instructions supplied withthe child restraint system.Three-point seat beltsThe vehicle is equipped with three-pointseat belts with automatic retractors andlocking devices, allowing freedom of bodymovement although the spring-tensionedseat belts always ensure a snug fit.For information on correct seatingposition – see pages 52, 64, 72.The seat belt locks under powerful vehicleacceleration or braking.9 WarningThe airbag systems serve to supplementthe three-point seat belts and belttensioners. The seat belts must thereforealways be worn. Disregard of theseinstructions may lead to injuries orendanger life. Vehicle passengers mustbe informed accordingly.Ofrecido por www.electromanuales.com