15
4.4
Proper Use Check List
√
Car seat is securely installed in vehicle.
√
The correct belt routing for installation is used based on use
of tether.
√
Top Tether is used, when possible.
√
Harness straps are in harness slots at or above child’s
shoulders.
√
Harness is snugly adjusted around child.
Booster Car Seat (
Harness
)
WITHOUT
√
Child is at least 3 years old and 30 lbs for high-back mode or 4
years old and 40 lbs for backless mode.
√
Lap and shoulder belts are snugly adjusted around child.
√
Lap belt is low and flat on hips and contacting thighs.
√
Shoulder belt is centered on shoulder.
√
Child is sitting up, not slouching down under vehicle lap belt.
√
Shoulder belt is not under arm or behind back of child.
√
Top of child’s ears are below top of vehicle seat back or
vehicle headrest.
Toddler
Car
Seat (
Harness)
WITH
4.0 Preparing Car Seat for Use
