Mercedes-Benz 2010 GLK-Class Operator's Manual page 59

X
Move the respective head restraint : to
its uppermost position (
X
Release the rear seat backrest
( Y page 189).
X
Fold the rear seat backrest slightly forward.
X
Guide top tether strap A between head
restraint : and top of the seat backrest.
X
Securely fasten hook ?, which is part of
top tether strap A, to anchorage ring =.
Make sure
hook ? is attached to anchorage ring =
R
beyond the safety catch, as illustrated
top tether strap A is not twisted
R
head restraint : is installed and
R
positioned such that top tether strap A
can pass freely between head restraint :
and top of the seat backrest
top tether strap A is positioned between
R
the seat backrest and cargo compartment
cover blind ; (if installed)
X
Swing the rear seat backrest to the rear
until it engages.
The red indicator is no longer visible.
X
Check the rear seat backrest to be locked
in its upright position (
G
Observe Safety notes, see page 190.
X
Lower head restraint : if necessary
( Y page 81).
Y page 80).
Y page 190).
Occupant safety
Once hook ? is attached, the child restraint
itself can be secured.
X
Install the child restraint system and
tighten top tether strap A according to the
child restraint manufacturer's instructions.
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX)
G
Observe Safety notes, see page 53.
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
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
(ISOFIX) anchors for the installation of a
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat with matching
mounting fittings.
Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) 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 (ISOFIX) anchors are located
between the seat cushion and the backrest.
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