5.
Check Belt Tightness
Grasp the child restraint at
the belt path with one hand.
Push and pull the child
restraint from side to side,
forward and back. The child
restraint should not move
more than 1 in. (2.5 cm).
NOTE:
If it moves more than
1 in. (2.5 cm), try reinstalling
the child restraint or try
another seating location.
Secure your child in the
child restraint.
Recheck the recline angle to make sure it is reclined
according to your child’s weight.
Repeat steps if not reclined correctly.
Tighten LATCH Belt
Push down firmly on the
child restraint and pull up
on the free end of belt to
tighten.
4.
It may be easier to tighten
the belt through the rear-
facing belt path opening
as shown.
E. Installing Rear Facing
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E-4
Installing Rear Facing with
Vehicle Belts
Do not use the LATCH system along with
the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt. Store
LATCH belts when using the vehicle belts.
Check the vehicle belt before each use. Use
only if the belt is tightened properly and
securely.
Attach the top anchorage strap (tether) to
the back of base when used rear facing.
Failure to follow these warnings can result
in serious injury or death.
To Remove LATCH
Belt From Vehicle
Anchor
Remove child from child
restraint. Press down
firmly on adjuster side of
child restraint and press
release button to release tension. Unhook LATCH from
bar by squeezing spring lever and twist hook.
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NOTE:
Review the section D-4 and your vehicle owner’s
manual to determine what kind of vehicle belts you have.