GMC 2010 GMC Sierra, Owner'S Manual

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2. 2. When using a child restraint with a top tether
in the rear center position:
A. Route the top tether (B) through the
center loop (D), and behind the inboard
passenger side headrest or head
restraint post.
B. Attach the top tether (B) to the top tether
anchor (loop) at the rear passenger side
seating position.
2. 3. When using a child restraint with a top tether
in the rear passenger position:
A. Raise the headrest or head restraint.
B. Route the top tether (B) between the
headrest or head restraint posts, through
the loop on the passenger side and
behind the inboard headrest or head
restraint post.
C. Attach the top tether (B) to the top tether
anchor (loop) (D) at the center rear
seating position.
2. 4. Tighten the top tether when and as the child
restraint manufacturer's instructions say.
When the top tether is tightened, the anchor
(loop) may bend. This is normal and will not
damage the vehicle.
3. Push and pull the child restraint in different
directions to be sure it is secure.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Seat Position
When securing a child restraint in a rear seating
position, study the instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on
page 2
‑ 49 for how and where to install the child
restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured in
the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether,
see
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
on page 2 ‑ 49 for top tether anchor locations.
Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top
tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the
top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come
with the child restraint say that the top strap must be
anchored.
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child
restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be
attached.
If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system,
you will be using the safety belt to secure the child
restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure
the child in the child restraint when and as the
instructions say.
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