Mercedes-Benz 2008 CLS 63 AMG Automobile User Manual


 
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Safety and Security
Occupant safety
2 Hook
3 Anchorage ring
̈ Securely fasten hook 2 to anchorage
ring 3.
Once the top tether anchorage hook is
attached, the child restraint itself can be
secured. Tighten the top tether strap
according to the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions.
Child seat anchors – LATCH type
This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH
(L
ower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
type anchors (at each of the rear seats) for
the installation of a “LATCH” child seat
with the matching mounting fittings.
The anchors are located behind an uphol-
stery blend.
1 Indicates the position of the anchors
2 Anchors
̈ Lift upholstery blend up to access the
anchors.
̈ Install child seat according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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For safety, make sure hook 2 has attached
to ring 3 beyond the safety catch, as illustrat-
ed.
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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.
Warning! G
Children too big for a toddler restraint must
ride in seats using regular seat belts. Posi-
tion shoulder belt across chest and shoul-
der, not face or neck. A booster seat may be
necessary to achieve proper seat belt posi-
tioning for children over 41 lbs until they
reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits
properly without a booster.
Install child seat according to manufactur-
er’s instructions.
The child seat must be firmly attached to the
right and left side anchors 2.
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