Child safety CHILD SEATS General safety information E91074 WARNINGS Extreme hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it! Children must be restrained by a child safety restraint that is suitable for their weight and size. The rear seat is the safest place for properly restrained children. WARNINGS Do not install a rearward-facing child seat in the front passenger seat position since deployment of the passenger facia airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child. If, however, you have no alternative but to place a child in the front passenger seat, use only a forward-facing child seat with the passenger seat set fully rearward and in its lowest position. In many countries legislation governs how and where children should be carried when travelling in a vehicle. It is the responsibility of the driver to comply with all regulations in force in the country where the vehicle is being used. Holding a baby or child in a person s arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, a baby or child held in this manner can be crushed between the vehicle s interior and a restrained person. The child can be injured by hitting the interior or by being thrown from the vehicle during a sudden manoeuvre or impact. The seat belts fitted to your vehicle are designed for adults and larger children. For their safety, it is very important that all infants and children under 12 years of age are restrained in a suitable child safety seat appropriate to their age and size. See CHILD SEAT POSITIONING (page 54). 52
Choosing a suitable child seat WARNING Choose a child seat that sits securely on the seat cushion and against the seat back. Before you buy a child seat, it is important to note that your child s weight, rather than age, determines the type of seat that is required. Jaguar strongly recommends the use of ISOFIX seats. See ISOFIX ANCHOR POINTS (page 57). Babies and small children who cannot sit up by themselves should be carried in an approved rear facing infant carrier, which should always be installed in a rear seat position. Jaguar recommends that a rear-facing seat with a harness is used for as long as your infant s development allows. Note: For approved child restraints, you should contact your Jaguar Dealer/Authorised Repairer. Do not use a forward-facing seat until your child is above the minimum weight of 9 kg (20 lb.) and able to sit up unaided. Up to the age of two, a child s spine and neck are not sufficiently developed to avoid injury in a frontal impact. We strongly advise that you do not buy or use a second-hand child seat. The seat may have been used inappropriately, or involved in an accident. In such circumstances, the seat may not protect your child. Always check that the child seat can be mounted securely in the required position: if in doubt, you should speak to your Jaguar Dealer/ Authorised Repairer. Look for the following when selecting a child restraint system: It should have a label certifying that it meets the applicable regulations. Carefully read the instructions supplied with the restraint. Be sure you understand them and can install and use the device properly and safely in the vehicle. Ensure that the child restraint system is appropriate for the child s weight and development. See CHILD SEAT POSITIONING (page 54). 53
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING Suitability of each passenger seat position for the carriage of children up to 12 years of age or 1.35m (approx. 4.4 ft.) tall and the installation of child restraint systems. Mass group (with approximate age) as Vehicle seating position indicated on child restraint Front passenger Rear 0 = Up to 10 kg (22 lb.) (birth to 9 months) X U** 0+ = Up to 13 kg (28 lb.) (birth to 18 months) X U** I = 9 to 18 kg (20-40 lb.) (9 months to 4 years) UF* U II = 15 to 25 kg (33 to 55 lb.) (4 to 9 years) U* U III = 22 to 36 kg (48 to 80 lb.) (8 to 12 years) U* U U = Suitable for Universal category restraints approved for use in this mass group. UF = Suitable for forward-facing Universal category restraints approved for use in this mass group. X = Seat position not suitable for child restraint in this mass group. Note: * When installing a child restraint in the front passenger seat, the front passenger seat should be positioned fully rearward with the cushion height adjustment set to front fully down and rear fully up. Also the backrest must be set as far forward as possible. Note: ** Rear passenger space is restricted. The front seat must be moved forward and upwards to install any rearward facing infant carrier. Care must be taken not to load any part of the child seat or carrier when repositioning the front seat. The space available for front seat occupants will be reduced by the fitment of any rearward facing infant carrier. Note: If there is any doubt about which age/weight category the child conforms to, then always use a child seat or carrier appropriate to the weight of the child. Automatic locking reel (ALR) The rear passenger seat belts have an automatic locking device for use with child seats. When engaged, this device allows the belt to be retracted (tightened) but not extended. When used to secure a child seat, therefore, the belt will automatically lock at any point to which it has retracted. 1. Pull the seat belt all the way out to engage the locking device. 2. Insert the metal tongue plate into the buckle. A positive click indicates that it is safely locked. 3. To fix the seat firmly, retract the belt back to the reel, a ratchet operation may be felt as the belt retracts. Continue to feed the belt back onto the reel until it fits snugly around the child seat. 4. Push down on the child seat to ensure any slack is taken in by the mechanism. The above is a guide only. Depending on the features of a particular child seat, e.g. forward or rearward-facing, engage the locking device before or after attaching the belt, as convenient. Unbuckling the belt and releasing the child seat will allow the belt to resume its normal operation. 54
General check list Follow the check list each time your child travels in the vehicle: Carefully follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the restraint system. Make sure your child falls into the correct weight range for the seat. Always use the appropriate child restraints and adjust harnesses for every child, every trip. Avoid dressing your child in bulky clothing and do not place any objects between the child and the restraint system. Regularly check the fit of your child seat and replace seats or harnesses that show signs of wear. No child seat is completely child-proof. Encourage your child not to play with the buckle or harness. Never leave a child unsupervised in the vehicle. Ensure your child does not exit the vehicle from the side where there is traffic. Set your child a good example - always wear your seat belt. Ensure that you have removed all slack from the adult seat belt. CHILD RESTRAINT TOP TETHER ANCHORAGES (Australia only) WARNING Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle. Coupe E91105 The top tether anchorages are positioned on the rear parcel shelf, under access covers, at the centre-line of each rear seating position. Lift the cover and connect the top tether to the anchorage on the rear shelf. Adjust the length of the top tether strap to hold the top of the child seat against the vehicle seat back. Ensure the child seat is securely fitted. 55
Convertible E91106 Two child restraint anchorages are provided. These are located under top tether covers in the rear tonneau. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s fitting and operating instructions prior to installation. Other child restraint devices may not offer the same level of protection and it is recommended that only the supplied device is used in the convertible. To expose a top tether: E91108 2. Remove the top tether cover and close the tonneau panel by briefly pressing and holding the rear of the convertible overhead console switch. 3. Ensure that the tonneau top tether cover is safely stowed in the glove compartment. E91109 E91107 1. Open the tonneau panel by briefly pressing and holding the front of the convertible top overhead console switch. 4. Attach the child restraint top tether clip to the top tether anchorage bracket. If an additional child restraint device is required, please enquire through your Authorised Jaguar Retailer or contact the Jaguar Customer Service area on 1300 787 803. 56
BOOSTER CUSHIONS In a situation where a child is too large to fit into a child safety seat, but is still too small to safely fit the three point belt properly, a booster seat is recommended for maximum safety. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for fitting and use, then adjust the seat belt to rest on the child's shoulder, not the neck. ISOFIX ANCHOR POINTS (not Australia) WARNINGS If the restraint is not correctly anchored, there is a significant risk of injury to the child in the event of a collision or emergency braking. Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses or for attaching other equipment or items to the vehicle. If removing a head restraint in order to fit a child restraint, always secure the head restraint when storing it. If left loose in the vehicle it may cause death or serious injury during sudden braking or an impact. The rear seats of your vehicle are fitted with anchor bars that comply with International Standard Organisation regulations (ISO). They allow the ISOFIX child seats to be secured directly and easily to the vehicle body without the use of adult seat belts. The ISOFIX system reduces the likelihood of incorrect fitting and is also quicker and simpler to use. When installing either a front or rear facing ISOFIX child seat in the rear seats, the seat directly in front of the rear seat being used, must be set in its most forward position and with the seat in its most upright position. Therefore, it is not recommended that the front seat is occupied while using an ISOFIX child seat. 57
ISOFIX child seat positioning Mass group* Size classes Fixtures Vehicle ISOFIX positions Rear seats Carrycot F/G ISO L1/L2 X 0 = Up to 10 kg (26.8 lb.) E ISO R1 IL* 0+ = Up to 13 kg (34.8 lb.) E ISO R1 IL* 0+ = Up to 13 kg (34.8 lb.) C/D ISO R2/R3 X I = 9 kg to 18 kg (24 lb. to 48 lb.) C/D ISO R2 X A/B ISO F2/F3 X B1 ISO F2X IL* II = 15 kg to 25 kg (40.2 lb. to 67 lb.) - Not Applicable Not Applicable III = 22 kg to 36 kg (59 lb. to 96.5 lb.) - Not Applicable Not Applicable IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint systems (CRS) given in the attached list*. These ISOFIX CRS are those of the specific vehicle, restricted, or semi-universal categories. X = ISOFIX positions not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group and/or this size class. * = Child seats recommended for use in these locations are Britax or Roemer Duo Plus Isofix, Britax Cosy-tot Isofix or Roemer Baby-safe Isofix. Note: ISOFIX anchorages are provided for rear seats only. ISOFIX child restraints should be securely attached, following the manufacturer's instructions, at these locations only. 58
Installing an ISOFIX child seat CAUTION Always follow the manufacturer s instructions supplied with the ISOFIX child seat. The anchorage loops are accessible through two trimmed apertures at the back of the rear seat cushion. 2. Make sure there is nothing obstructing the seat mounting mechanism at the anchorage points. 3. Fully extend the two attachment legs on the child seat. Ensure the hook at the end of each leg is open. E91112 E91111 Their location is highlighted by the small tag labels with a child seat graphic. The anchorage loops are located approximately 60 mm (2.5 inches) below each label. Pull back the side of the trim to reveal the aperture and the anchorage loops. Fit the seat as follows (the following is to be considered only as a guide): 1. Push the adult seat belt buckles into their stowage recesses, to ensure they do not interfere with the fitment of the child seat. 4. Position the attachment legs just in front of the trimmed apertures for the ISOFIX anchorage loops. Push the anchorage leg through the trimmed aperture to engage with the vehicle s anchorage loop. There should be an audible click. 5. Repeat Step 4 for the child seat s second anchorage leg. 6. Using firm and even pressure on both sides, push the child seat rearwards until it is secured firmly against the seat back. Make sure you do not trap the top tether strap behind the child seat. 7. If your vehicle is fitted with top tether anchorage brackets, make sure that the top tether strap is secured. 8. As a final check, firmly pull both sides of the seat to confirm that it is correctly locked into position. 59
Removing the ISOFIX seat To remove the ISOFIX child seat, press the locking button on each side of the seat to release anchorage legs. If your vehicle is fitted with top tether anchorages, undo the top tether strap and lift the child seat from the vehicle. 60