2003 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 70

Safety and Security Occupant safety Child seat anchors - "LATCH" type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type anchors (at each of the outer rear seats) for the installing of a "LATCH" child seat with the matching anchor fittings. The anchors are located behind an upholstery blend. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. the point where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without one. Install child seat according to manufacturer's instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side anchors 2. An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to your child. Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. ! Make sure that the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed. i 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 1 Indicates the position of the anchors 2 Anchors Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs. to 70