Installation: Forward Facing
Forward Facing
LATCH Installation
•Figure A illustrates the forward facing LATCH harness routing.
1 Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors.
•If LATCH anchors are not installed, you must use standard vehicle belt installation methods.
2 If stored, remove LATCH connectors from storage pouches under cover.
3 Press and hold the LATCH adjuster release button, then pull to lengthen LATCH harness to full length.
4 Place the restraint sideways on the vehicle seat, with the back facing toward you.
•Restraint must be in the full upright position when installed in forward facing mode with children over 33 pounds (15kg).
5 Verify that LATCH harness is not twisted, then loosely attach the farthest connector to LATCH anchor (Fig. B).
•A positive click confirms attachment.
•If LATCH connectors will not attach with a positive click, it may be necessary to switch the LATCH connectors as shown on page 21.
6 Rotate seat into forward facing position.
7 Verify that LATCH harness is not twisted, then loosely attach the closest
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Installation: Forward Facing
8 Kneel on the child restraint to force it into the vehicle seat while pulling each LATCH harness tight (Fig. D).
9 Verify that all connections are secure and the restraint is stable.
•Installation can be improved by the use of the
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•If connected, disconnect the
•When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors in storage pouches sewn in cover above rear facing
WARNING: Use vehicle belt (not LATCH connectors) for installations with children weighing more than 48 pounds (21 kg). Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer for the maximum weight rating for their LATCH anchors. Unless specified otherwise by the vehicle manufacturer, assume a
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