5.4Securing Your Child in the Car Seat with the
Failure to properly secure your child in the car seat increases the risk of serious injury or death in the event of a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.
In a crash, the car seat provides NO protection for your child unless the harness straps are properly secured.
Follow these instructions carefully to properly secure your child.
Adjust the harness system snugly every time you place your child in the car seat. Be aware that something as simple as changing a jacket may require a change in the length of the harness. By pulling the adjustment strap, the whole system tightens and fits to your child’s size. To secure your child, follow these steps:
1.Make sure that the harness and crotch straps are properly positioned for your child according to section 5.1, “Positioning the Harness Straps” (page 15).
2.Avoid bulky clothing. Make sure that your child is dressed in clothing which:
a.Allows the harness straps to securely latch into the crotch buckle between your child’s legs.
b.Keeps the straps on your child’s shoulders.
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