Mercedes-Benz R-Class Owner's Manual page 58

tem, make sure that it is engaged in the
securing rings on both sides.
To ensure that the child restraint system
can perform its protective function as
intended, the backrest of the outer seat in
the 2nd row must be in the upright position.
G Risk of injury
Please note that child restraint systems
cannot provide a protective function if they
or their retaining systems are damaged or
subjected to a load in an accident. This
could result in serious or even fatal injuries
to the secured child in the event of an acci-
dent, heavy braking or a sudden change in
direction.
For this reason, have child restraint sys-
tems and their anchorages which have
been damaged or subjected to a load in an
accident checked immediately at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Position the backrest vertically
X
( page 81).
Y
* optional
The anchor fittings on the outer seats in the
2nd row of seats are covered by an uphol-
stered lining.
Anchor fittings for outer seats in the
1
2nd row
Installation instructions for the securing
2
ring
Slide the upholstered lining to the side.
X
Occupant safety
The anchor fittings on the seats in the
3rd row* are covered by protective caps.
1 Protective caps for the 3rd row of seats*
Remove covers 1.
X
2 Anchor fittings for the 3rd row of seats*
Safety
Z
55