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LATCH
(
L
ower
A
nchors and
T
ethers for
CH
ildren) and
UAS
(
U
niversal
A
nchorage
S
ystem) are acronyms that
refer to a pair of fixed Lower
Anchors (or bars) and a Top
Tether anchor that are built
into your vehicle, in vehicles
built after September 1, 2002.
The lower
LATCH/UAS
anchors are located in the
crease, or bight, between the
vehicle seat back and seat
cushion, and if not visible, will typically be indicated by
symbol. Top tether anchors are located in various places
behind the rear vehicle seat.
Center installation in a non-standard LATCH/UAS
position:
Center installation of this child restraint is permitted
using inner Lower Anchor Bars from the outside
seating positions if (1) your vehicle manual allows such
installation; and (2) the inner Lower Anchor Bars from
the outside seating positions are 28-51 cm (11-20 in.)
apart.
LATCH/UAS
typically offers an easier and more
consistent installation. However, this child restraint
can be safely installed using either
LATCH/UAS
or
vehicle belts and meets the requirements of Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 213 with either
installation method. Either method is safe for your child
when installed correctly.
DO NOT
install this child restraint with
LATCH/UAS
and
the vehicle’s seat belts at the same time. Your vehicle
owner’s manual may also refer to this system as ISOFIX
or Lower Universal Anchorage System (LUAS).
The
LATCH/UAS
system is intended to be used
ONLY
as described in these instructions. Serious injury or
death may result from misuse. Refer to your vehicle
Owner’s Manual for lower anchor bar positions in your
vehicle.
Vehicle
Lower
Anchors
Vehicle
Seat
Crease
WARNING!
DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY can occur.
LATCH/UAS Warnings