Mercedes-Benz 2009 ML-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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Safety and Security
Occupant safety
̈ Securely fasten hook 2, which is part
of the tether strap, to anchorage
ring 1.
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)
̈ Lower the head restraint if necessary
(
page 129).
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.
Blocking of rear door window operation
With the override switch you can disable
the rear side window switches in the rear
door panels.
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.
Warning! G
Activate the override switch when children
are riding in the back seats of the vehicle.
The children could otherwise injure them-
selves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the win-
dow opening.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
from the starter switch, take it with you, and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehi-
cle equipment may cause an accident
and/or serious personal injury.