BMW 2004 Mini Convertible Cooper User Manual

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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

Installing child-restraint systems

Before installing any child-restraint system
or child seat, read the following:

Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions concerning installation

and use; otherwise the system's protective
function could be impaired. After an acci-
dent, have all parts of the child-restraint
system and the affected safety belt system
inspected and/or replaced. Have the neces-
sary work on your MINI carried out only by
a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has spe-
cially trained personnel working in accor-
dance with the specifications of the MINI
manufacturer.

Commercially available child-restraint sys-
tems are designed to be secured with a lap
belt or with the lap belt portion of a combi-
nation lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or
inadequately installed restraint systems
can increase the risk of injury to children.
Always read and follow the instructions
that come with the system.

Child seat security

All of the rear belt retractors and the front
passenger's safety belt can be locked for
mounting and securing child-restraint sys-
tems.

Information regarding this is located near
the buckle latch of each safety belt.

To lock the belt

Pull the entire length of the belt from the
belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the
belt somewhat and engage the buckle,
then tighten the belt against the child-
restraint system.
The retraction mechanism is now locked.

To unlock the belt

Release the buckle, remove the child-
restraint system and allow the belt retrac-
tor to reel the belt completely in.