2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 94

Safety and Security Occupant safety Securely fasten hook 3, which is part of top tether strap 4, to anchorage ring 2. Make sure the top tether strap is not twisted the head restraint is installed and positioned such that the top tether strap* can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat backrest the top tether strap is positioned between the seat backrest and the cargo compartment cover blind (if installed) the top tether strap is positioned between the seat backrest and the cargo net* (if installed) Warning! G When installing a child seat on a third-row seat, do not fasten hook 3 to the strap below anchorage ring 2. Otherwise, the child seat will not be securely fastened. A child's risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child seat is not properly secured in the vehicle. 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook 4 Top tether strap Guide top tether strap 4 between head restraint and top of seat backrest. Fold seat backrest up and push backwards until it audibly engages. An outboard second-row seat is properly locked only when lock status indicator 1 is in hinged position and red marking 2 is barely visible ( page 131). i For safety, make sure hook 3 has attached to anchorage ring 2 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. 93