50 Seats, restraints9 WarningOptimum protection is onlyprovided when the seat is in theproper position 3 39.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 front seat backrest andin the rear outboard seat backrests.This can be identified by the wordAIRBAG.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.NoticeOnly 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 on the roof pillars.The curtain airbag system is triggeredin the event of a side-on impact ofa certain severity. The ignition needsto be switched on.
