2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 53

Getting started Driving With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of seat belt outlet 1. Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 ( page 51) until it clicks. If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. Seat belt height adjustment Press release button 1 and move the seat belt height adjuster upward or downward. Proper use of seat belts Do not twist the belt when fastening. Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder (it should not touch the neck). Never pass the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm. For this purpose, you can adjust the height of the belt outlet ( page 52). Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips (over hip joint) and not across the abdomen. Place the seat backrest in a nearly upright position. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another object at the same time. When using a seat belt to secure infant or toddler restraints or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Check your seat belt periodically during travel to make sure that it is properly positioned. Make sure the seat belt is always fitted snugly. Take special care of this when wearing loose clothing. 1 Release button 52