2004 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 68

Safety and Security Occupant safety Installation of infant and child restraint systems This vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seating positions. Warning! G Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, or the extended cargo area is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest. Remove cover 1 from anchorage ring 3. Guide tether strap between head restraint and top of seat back. Head restraint must be installed (if removable) and positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat back. Make sure the tether strap is not twisted. 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Securely fasten hook 2, which is part of the tether strap, to anchorage ring 3. 1 Cover of top anchorage ring Make sure the rear backrest is locked in its upright position ( page 213). i For safety, make sure the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. Reinstall cover 1 after removing the tether strap. 68