Instruction manual

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Step 1
Check that the Recline Foot is in the Forward-
Facing position as shown in Figure 83. If
needed, grasp forward edge of Recline Foot
and rotate towards the back of the seat,
pressing it in to the recess in the seat bottom.
• If the Anti-Rebound Bar is attached,
remove it now, see “Installing/Removing
Anti-Rebound Bar” on page 79.
Figure 83
lowered recline foot
Raised recline foot
WARNING — DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY can occur (continued)
• When using this seat with a child up to 40 lbs (18.1 kg) and installing with
a vehicle belt, without a Top Tether:
– NEVER attach the Metal Harness Plate to the loops for larger children
at the ends of the Shoulder Harness Straps. Always attach the Metal
Harness Plate to the loops, for smaller children, further in from the end
of the Shoulder Harness Straps.
– ALWAYS use the Buckle Pad supplied with this Car Seat.
Step 2
Select a Forward-Facing vehicle seating
location which has a vehicle belt which
can be used with this seat and a top tether
anchor point as shown in Figure 84.
Step 3
If the vehicle seat back is adjustable, make
sure the seat back is locked in a more upright
position. Refer to vehicle owner’s manual for
recommended seat back angle. DO NOT
install or use this car seat while the vehicle
seat back is excessively reclined, as shown in
Figure 85.
Step 4
Remove Tether Hook from its storage location
on back of car seat. See “Top Tether
Storage” on page 84.
• Lengthen Top Tether belt by pressing
adjuster release button while pulling
strap as shown in Figure 86.
• Place Top Tether Hook in the seat of the
car seat.
Figure 85
Figure 86
Figure 84