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4. Push restraint down firmly into
vehicle seat back while pulling
shoulder portion of seat belt to
remove slack and tighten lap
portion of seat belt. (Fig. 4)
Vehicle cushions should
compress where there is
contact with restraint.
WARNING:
• Make sure vehicle seat belt is properly locked.
• Failure to properly lock seat belt will result in an unsafe
installation that will greatly increase the potential for injury or
death to the child in an accident.
• Carefully read vehicle owner’s manual to determine sea belt
locking requirements or contact vehicle manufacturer.
See page 37 for instructions on using a locking clip.
CHECK LIST:
Confirm restraint is properly positioned.
Confirm seat belt is tight and securely locked.
Confirm seat belt buckle is properly fastened.
Confirm restraint installation is stable (see page 25).
Confirm proper restraint angle (see page 16).
Stability of installation and rear-facing angle can be
improved by using top tether (see page 28 for top tether
instructions).
Removal:
Release seat belt buckle and disconnect top tether if in use.
Properly store top tether.
