2005 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 82

Safety and Security Occupant safety i For safety, make sure the hook 2 has attached to the anchorage ring 1 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. Swing rear seat backrest to the rear until it engages. Check the rear seat backrest to be locked in its upright position ( page 269). Warning! G 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 mounting fittings. If child seats are not installed, the LATCH anchors can be folded back between the seat cushion and the seat backrest. 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. Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. Tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. 80