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156 SAFETY
NOTE:
If the folding, non-adjustable head restraint interferes with
the installation of the child restraint, the head restraint
may be folded and the child seat installed in front of it
(Two-Door Models).
Car Seat With Head Restraint Folded
Installing A Child Restraint With A
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/
shoulder belt.
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?
Weight 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?
Two Door Models – No
Four Door Models – Yes
Two Door — None
Four Door — The center head restraint can be removed if it interferes
with the installation of the child restraint.
See “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 restraint?
No Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an ALR retractor.
WARNING!
Always make sure the head restraint is in its upright
position when the seat is to be used by an occupant
who is not in a child restraint. Sitting in a seat with the
head restraint in its lowered position could result in
serious injury or death in a collision.
1 — Folded Headrest
2 — Child Restraint
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.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
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