Choosing Lower Anchor or
Vehicle Belts
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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 in 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 with vehicle belts, the lower anchor hooks
and belt MUST be properly stored.
To store the lower anchor belt on this child restraint:
Thread
lower anchor belt through forward-facing belt path. Then attach
hooks to attachments behind pad as shown. Gently pull free end of
belt to remove slack.
Vehicle Belts
If lower anchors are not an option or if your child weighs more
than 40 lb (18 kg), 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.
Lower Anchor Bars
Vehicle Seat Bight
Lower Anchor
Hooks
Adjuster
Lower Anchor Belt Storage
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.
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Your vehicle’s features may be considerably different than
those pictured here.
Your vehicle’s features may be considerably different than
those pictured here.
