SMART forfour - Top Tether

Secure child restraint systems without an
ISOFIX child seat securing system using
the seat
belts in the vehicle. When fitting a
child restraint system, be sure to observe
the manufacturer's installation and oper-
ating instructions and the instructions for
correct use of the child restraint system
(Y page 54).
Top Tether
Introduction
Top Tether provides an additional connec-
tion between the child restraint system
secured with ISOFIX and the vehicle. It
helps reduce the risk of injury even fur-
ther. If
the child restraint system is fitted
with a Top Tether belt, this should always
be used.
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the rear seat backrests are not locked,
they could fold forwards in the event of an
accident, heavy braking or sudden changes
of direction. As a result, child restraint
systems cannot
perform their intended pro-
tective function. Rear seat backrests that
are not locked can also cause additional
injuries, e.g. in the event of an accident.
This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Always lock rear seat backrests after fit-
ting a Top Tether belt. Observe the lock
verification indicator. Adjust the rear
seat backrests so that they are in an upright
position.
Top Tether anchorages
:
Top Tether anchorage
:
Top Tether anchorage
;
Top Tether hook
=
Top Tether belt
Top tether anchorage : is fitted behind
each rear seat to the luggage compartment
floor.
X
Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system
with Top Tether. Always comply with the
child restraint system manufacturer's
installation instructions
when doing so.
X
Move the head restraint upwards.
X
Route Top Tether belt = under the head
restraint between the two head restraint
bars.
X
Guide Top Tether belt = between the
rear seat backrest and parcel shelf into
the luggage compartment.
Remove the parcel shelf (
Y page 208) if
necessary.
X
Hook Top Tether hook ; of Top Tether
belt = into Top Tether anchorage :.
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Children in the vehicle
>> Safety.