Mercedes-Benz 2008 ML 350 Automobile User Manual


 
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Safety and Security
Occupant safety
̈ Move the respective head restraint to
its uppermost position (
page 128).
2 Anchorage ring
3 Hook
4 Top tether strap
̈ Guide top tether strap 4 between
head restraint and top of seat backrest.
̈ Securely fasten hook 3, which is part
of the 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
cargo net* (if installed)
̈ Lower the head restraint if necessary
(
page 128).
Make sure the top tether strap can
pass freely between the head restraint
and top of seat backrest.
̈ Install the child restraint system and
tighten the top tether strap according
to the child restraint manufacturer’s in-
structions.
Warning! G
After installing top tether straps, make sure
that the seat backrests are in an upright po-
sition and are properly locked. Check for
secure locking by pushing and pulling on the
seat backrests. If a seat backrest is not
properly locked, the seat backrest could
fold. The child seat would no longer be prop-
erly supported or positioned to provide its
intended benefit.