2011 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 64

62 Children in the vehicle LATCH-type child restraint (ISOFIX) in the rear G Warning Observe "Important safety instructions" (Y page 59). X Move the rear seat backrests in the second row to an upright position (Y page 103). Safety The securing rings on the outer seats in the second row of seats are covered by an upholstered lining. G Warning Children that are too large for a child restraint must travel in seats using normal seat belts. Position shoulder belt across the chest and shoulder, not face or neck. In order to attain the correct seating position for children weighing over 41 lb (18 kg), it may be necessary to use a booster seat until they reach a height where a normal lap/shoulder seat belt lies properly across their bodies without the need for a booster seat. Install the child restraint system according to the manufacturer's instructions. The child restraint system must be installed firmly on both brackets. An incorrectly installed child restraint system can come loose in the event of an accident, causing the child to be severely or fatally injured. Child restraint systems/child restraint retaining brackets that are damaged or have suffered damage due to an impact must be replaced. : Securing rings for outer seats in the second row ; Installation instructions for the securing ring X Slide the upholstered lining to the side. X Install the ISOFIX child restraint system. Comply with the manufacturer's instructions when installing the ISOFIX child restraint system. The securing rings on the seats in the third row are covered by protective caps. ISOFIX is a standardized securing system for specially designed child restraint systems on the rear seats. Securing rings for two ISOFIX child restraint systems are installed on the left and right: Ron the seat cushions of the outer seats in the second row Ron the backrests of the seats in the third row of seats Install child restraint systems without the ISOFIX securing system using the vehicle's seat belts. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation of child restraint systems. X Remove protective caps = in the third row of seats.