2002 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 89

Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 86 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Child seat mounts - "LATCH" type To install a "LATCH" type child seat, the mounts (1) must be folded forward until they lock in place. To do so, grip inner side of mounts and fold forward. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side mounting fittings (1). To fold mounts (1) back, press down button (2) on each mount and return mount into its catch. 2 1 Non-"LATCH" type child seats may also be used and are capable of being installed using the vehicle's seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. Note: With a child seat installed in the left rear seat, the seat belt for the center seat occupied by a passenger must operate freely. Guide seat belt between its seat cushion mount and backrest mount along outside of right side child seat mount. P 9 1 .1 2 -2 2 3 3 -2 6 This vehicle is provided with two "LATCH" (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type mounts (at each of the outer rear seats) for the installation of a "LATCH" child seat having the matching mounting fittings. The mounts can be folded back between the seat cushion and the backrest.