Mercedes-Benz 2009 GL-Class Automobile User Manual


 
Occupant safety
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2
Anchorage rings
3
Hook
X
Move the respective head restraint to its
uppermost position (Y page 104).
2
Anchorage ring
3
Hook
4
Top tether strap
X
Guide top tether strap 4 between head
restraint and top of the seat backrest.
X
Securely fasten hook 3, which is part of
top tether strap 4, to anchorage ring 2.
Make sure
R
top tether strap 4 is not twisted
R
the head restraint is installed and
positioned such that the top tether strap
can pass freely between the head restraint
and top of the seat backrest
R
the top tether strap is positioned between
the seat backrest and the cargo
compartment cover blind (if installed)
R
the top tether strap is positioned between
the seat backrest and the cargo net (if
installed)
i
For safety, make sure hook 3 is attached
to anchorage ring 2 beyond the safety
catch, as illustrated.
X
Lower the head restraint if necessary
(Y page 104).
Make sure the top tether strap can pass
freely between the head restraint and top
of the seat backrest.
X
Install the child restraint system and
tighten the top tether strap according to
the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions.
After removing the child restraint system and
the top tether strap 4.
X
Reinstall the anchorage ring cover 1.
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH-type
anchors (at each of the outboard second-row
seats and third-row seats) for the installation
of a LATCH-type child seat with matching
mounting fittings.
G
Observe Safety notes, see
page 68.
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.
Safety and security