2007 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 62

Safety and Security Occupant safety 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. Reinstall cover after removing the tether strap. 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 the matching anchor fittings. Warning! If you have not installed a child seat, the LATCH anchors are hidden by an upholstery cover. Install child seat according to manufacturer's instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached to the right and left side anchors. An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to the child. Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. G 1 Indicates the position of the anchors 2 Anchors 3 Upholstery cover 4 Installation device Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster. 61