User guide

Using the Chest Clip

Open the chest clip by squeezing the middle tabs

(Fig. A), while pulling the two pieces apart (Fig. B).

IMPORTANT: The correct height for the chest clip

is at the middle of the chest, level with the armpit.

Using the Buckle

Fastening the Buckle

Hold the buckle with one hand.1

Use your other hand to insert one tongue at 2

a time into the buckle. Proper connection is

confirmed with an audible click after inserting

the second buckle tongue (Fig. C).

Releasing the Buckle

Hold the buckle with one hand.1

Use thumb to press release button to eject the 2

tongues from buckle (Fig. D).

NOTE: Periodically clean the buckle to ensure

proper operation. See page 39.

Using the Recline Bar

Using Child Seat FeaturesUsing Child Seat Features

WARNING! The recline bar must be

installed before using this child seat.

Insert the recline bar into the holes in lower 1

rear of child seat prior to installation in vehicle

(Fig. A).

Use a rubber mallet to tap the recline bar ends 2

into holes (Fig. A).

Do not strike the center of the recline bar near •

the label as this may bend the recline bar.

Ensure that the bottom of the child seat shell 3

is in full contact with the vehicle seat and the

recline bar is resting against the vehicle seat

back (Fig. B).

Belt Routing with the Recline Bar

The recline bar is provided to improve stability of

the child seat. Proper installation is key to ensuring

the best performance of the child seat.

Long Route Installation

When using the long route installation, the LATCH

strap or vehicle belt strap must pass outside of the

recline bar. (Fig. C)

Short Route Installation

When using the short route installation, the LATCH

strap or vehicle belt strap must pass through the

inside of the recline bar. (Fig. D)

EXCEPTION: When using the lap-shoulder belt

however, the strap must pass on the outside of the recline bar.