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What is LATCH?
LATCH is an acronym for Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren and refers to a pair of fixed
Lower Anchors (or bars) and a Top Tether anchor
that are built into your vehicle, in vehicles built after
September 1, 2002.
The lower LATCH anchors are located in the crease, or bight,
between the vehicle seat back and seat cushion, and if not
visible, will typically be indicated by symbols. Top tether
anchors are located in various places behind the rear vehicle
seat.
Is it safer?
LATCH typically oers an easier and more consistent installation. However, this child restraint
can be safely installed using either LATCH or vehicle belts and meets the requirements of
Federal Safety Standard FMVSS 213 with either installation method. Either method is safe for
your child when installed correctly.
LATCH is standard in vehicles manufactured after September 1, 2002. Refer to your vehicle
Owner’s Manual for lower LATCH anchor positions in your vehicle.
Outer Seating Positions
Use the lower LATCH anchors OR a vehicle seat belt to install the child restraint in outboard
seating positions (those on either side of the center position).
NEVER use LATCH together with the vehicle belts to install this child restraint. Using both is not
approved and may cause improper performance of the child restraint.
USING LATCH
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