2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 93

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 rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH child seat with matching mounting fittings. The LATCH anchors on the second-row seats are covered with an upholstery blend. Remove anchorage ring covers 1 from seat on which a child seat is to be installed. Warning! G Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, or the expanded 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. 3 Anchorage ring covers, third-row seats 1 Anchors second-row seats 2 Indicates the position of the anchors 92