2004 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 72

Safety and Security Occupant safety Vehicle with third row seats* When using the center second row seat for a top tether strap, the left third row seat should only be used for a child restraint system, since exiting the vehicle may not be possible in an emergency due to the routing of the top tether strap. When installing an infant or child restraint system with a top tether strap on the left second row seat, the left third row seat should not be occupied. Child seat anchors - LATCH type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type anchors (at each of the rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH child seat with matching anchor fittings. 3 Anchorage rings for second row seats 4 Anchorage rings for third row seats* This vehicle is provided with tether anchorages for a top tether strap behind the second row seats 3 and the third row seats 4. When using the third row observe the following: Installation of infant and child restraint systems with a top tether strap is allowed only on both third row seats plus the center second row seat. ! An infant and child restraint system must not be installed on the right second row seat while a passenger rides in a third row seat. An infant and child restraint system installed on the right second row seat will prevent the use of the easy-entry/exit feature ( page 101). 1 Anchors Install a LATCH type child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. 72