4.3 LATCH Locations
Newer vehicles may have one or more seating positions with LATCH anchorage systems. If vehicle is equipped with LATCH, the vehicle lower anchor points may be visible at the vehicle seat crease. If not visible,
they may be marked with the symbol 
.
See your vehicle owner’s manual for exact locations, anchor identification, and requirements for use with a child restraint.
LATCH lower vehicle anchor points are defined as 11 inches from the center of one LATCH anchor to the center of another LATCH anchor. If allowed by your Vehicle Owners Manual, the center seating position may be used if the anchor spacing is 11” or greater.
Typical seat in a passenger vehicle. Other vehicle types may have different LATCH locations or different markings.
Vehicle Lower 
Anchor Points
Vehicle 
Seat Crease
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