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Choosing Lower Anchor Belt or
Vehicle Belts
The LATCH System
The lower anchors of LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
is a universal system for installing child restraints without using vehicle
seat belts. The lower anchor system can ONLY be used in vehicles that
have the lower anchor bars installed and
designated LATCH seating positions. Most
vehicles manufactured after September
2002 are equipped with lower anchor bars.
Check your vehicle owner’s manual to see
which seating positions may be equipped
with the LATCH system.
When installing this child restraint with vehicle belts or when
using as a booster seat, the lower anchor hooks and belt MUST
be properly stored.
Storing Lower Anchor Belt
You MUST fasten the lower anchor
belt hooks together behind seat as
shown.
Lower Anchor Bars
Seat Bight
Your vehicle’s features may be considerably different than
those pictured here.
Lower Anchor Hooks
Adjuster
Vehicle Belts
If lower anchors are not an option, you must use the vehicle seat
belt system to install the child restraint.
There are some vehicle belts that will not work with a child
restraint or will require special attention.
Check your vehicle owner’s manual for specific instructions.
WARNINGS:
When used correctly the lower anchor belt
or vehicle belts are equally safe. Do not use both the lower
anchor belt and vehicle belt at the same time.
Your vehicle’s features may be considerably different than
those pictured here.
