Mercedes Benz 2007 sl 550 User Manual

More information can be found in the 
“Practical hints” section (

The use of seat belts and infant and child 
restraint systems is required by law in all 
50 states, the District of Columbia, the 
U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces.

Even where this is not the case, we strong-
ly recommend that all vehicle occupants 
have their seat belts fastened and wear 
them properly.

For information on fastening seat belts, 
see “Fastening the seat belts” (

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If the 

5/ indicator lamp should not 

illuminate, the system is not functioning. 

You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz 

Center before seating any child on the pas-

senger seat.

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Never place anything between seat cushion 

and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces 

the effectiveness of the Occupant Classifi-

cation System. The bottom of the child seat 

must make full contact with the passenger 

seat cushion. An incorrectly mounted child 

seat could cause injuries to the child in case 

of an accident, instead of increasing protec-

tion for the child.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for 

installation of child seats.

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Always fasten your seat belt before driving 

off. Always make sure your passengers are 

properly restrained, even pregnant women.

Failure to wear and properly fasten and 

position your seat belt greatly increases 

your risk of injuries and their likely severity 

in an accident. You and your passenger 

should always wear seat belts.

If you are ever in an accident, your injuries 

can be considerably more severe without 

your seat belt properly buckled. Without 

your seat belt buckled, you are much more 

likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be 

ejected from it. You can be seriously injured 

or killed.

In the same crash, the possibility of injury or 

death is lessened if you are properly wearing 

your seat belt. Air bags can only protect as 

they are designed if the occupants are prop-

erly wearing their seat belts.