Stages of Seat Safety - Stage 2 Installation

Forward Facing Car Seats - Installation

Before you install:
Read the car seat owner’s manual and the child restraint section of the vehicle manual before attempting an installation.

With the Seat:

1. Check labels to determine the correct belt path.
2. Pick a method: seat belt or LATCH, not both.
3. If using the seat belt, it must be locked when used with a car seat. See the vehicle manual for instructions.
4. Make sure the seat is secured and tight in the vehicle with less than one inch of side-to side movement. Check this by placing hands at the belt path and pulling.
5. Attach the top tether with every installation; seat belt or LATCH.
6. You may need to try several times before you have an acceptably tight installation – keep at it!

With the Child:

1. Shoulder straps must be AT or ABOVE the shoulders.
2. Make sure nothing is behind or under the seat or child-no bunting, blankets or bulky clothing.
3. Place the chest clip at armpit level.
4. Harness must be flat and smooth - no twists.
5. Harness must be snug. If it can be pinched at the shoulder, tighten the harness.
6. If in doubt, call us at (888) VMT-SEAT - Toll Free Free or your local Car Seat Assistance Station for assistance.

View this site www.thecarseatlady.com for great installation videos.