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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts
What is the weight limit (child’ s weight + weight
of the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor
with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child
restraint?
W eight limit of the Child Restraint
Always use the tether anchor when using the seat
belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up
to the recommended weight limit of the
child restraint.
Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back
of the front passenger seat?
Yes
Contact between the front passenger seat and the
child restraint is allowed, if the child restraint
manufacturer also allows contact.
Can the rear head restraints be removed?
Yes — 5 Passenger
No — 6 Passenger
Yes — 7 Passenger
5 Passenger: Only the head restraint in the center
position may be removed if it interferes with the
installation of the child restraint.
7 Passenger: Only the head restraint in the center
position may be removed in the second row if it
interferes with the installation of the
child restraint.
Refer to “Head Restraints” in “Getting To Know
Your Vehicle” for further information.
Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the
seat belt against the belt path of the child re-
straint?
No
Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating position
with an ALR retractor.
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switch-
able Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to be se-
cured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt
portion of a lap/shoulder belt.
WARNING!
• Improper installation or failure to properly
secure a child restraint can lead to failure
of the restraint. The child could be badly
injured or killed.
WARNING!
• Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an infant
or child restraint.
SAFETY
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