Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2007 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 97)

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Safety and Security
Occupant safety
̈ Securely fasten hook 3, which is part
of top tether strap 4, to anchorage
ring 2.
Make sure
ț the top tether strap is not twisted
ț the head restraint is installed and
positioned such that the top tether
strap* can pass freely between the
head restraint and top of seat back-
rest
ț top tether strap is positioned be-
tween the seat backrest and the
cargo compartment cover blind*
(if installed)
ț the top tether strap is positioned
between the seat backrest and the
partition net* (if installed)
̈ Fold seat backrest up and push back-
wards until it audibly engages.
A second-row seat is properly locked
only when lock status indicator
1 is in
hinged position and red marking 2 is
barely visible ( ୴ page 135).
Warning!
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When installing a child seat on a third-row
seat, do not fasten hook 3 to the strap
below anchorage ring 2. Otherwise, the
child seat will not be securely fastened.
A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is
significantly increased if the child seat is not
properly secured in the vehicle.
Warning!
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After installing top tether straps, make sure
ț the seats are properly locked
ț the seat backrests are in an upright po-
sition and are properly locked
A second-row seat is properly locked only
when lock status indicator 1 is in hinged
position and red marking 2 is barely visible
( ୴ page 135).
If a seat and seat backrest are not properly
locked, the seat could move forward and the
seat backrest could fold. The child seat
would no longer be properly supported or
positioned to provide its intended benefit.
That could cause serious or even fatal
injuries.
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