Child Seat Anchors – Latch-Type - Mercedes-Benz 2010 M-Class Operator's Manual

X
Guide top tether strap ? between the
head restraint and top of the seat backrest.
X
Securely fasten hook =, which is part of
top tether strap ?, to anchorage ring ;.
Make sure
hook = is attached to anchorage ring ;
R
beyond the safety catch, as illustrated
top tether strap ? is not twisted
R
the head restraint is installed and
R
positioned such that top tether strap ?
can pass freely between the head restraint
and top of the seat backrest
top tether strap ? is positioned between
R
the seat backrest and the cargo
compartment cover blind (if installed)
top tether strap ? is positioned between
R
the seat backrest and the cargo net (if
installed)
X
Lower the head restraint if necessary
( Y page 84).
Make sure the top tether strap can pass
freely between the head restraint and top
of the seat backrest.
X
Install the child restraint system and
tighten the top tether strap according to
the child restraint manufacturer's
instructions.
After removing the child restraint system and
top tether strap ?:
X
Reinstall anchorage ring cover :.
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
G
Observe Safety notes, see page 55.
G
Warning!
Children too big for a toddler restraint must
ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position
shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not
face or neck.
A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper seat belt positioning for children over
Occupant safety
41 lb (18 kg) until they reach a height where
a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a
booster.
Install child seat according to manufacturer's
instructions.
The child seat must be firmly attached to both
anchors.
An incorrectly mounted child seat may come
loose during an accident which could result in
serious injury or death to the child.
Damaged or impact damaged child seats or
child seat mounting fittings must be replaced.
Each rear outer seat has two LATCH-type
anchors for the installation of a LATCH-type
child seat with matching mounting fittings.
Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be used
and can be installed using the vehicle's seat
belt system. Install child seat according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
The LATCH-type anchors are blended with
covers.
X
Remove anchorage ring covers : from
anchors ; of the seat on which a child seat
is to be installed.
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Z