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• Harness straps need to be at or just above the top
of child’s shoulders and chest clip is at armpit level.
• Children are safer riding rear-facing and should ride
rear-facing as long as possible, until they reach the
maximum rear-facing height or weight rating for their
car seat. Then children should ride forward-facing,
using the built-in harness system for as long as
possible until they reach the maximum forward-facing
weight or height rating for their car seat. Be sure to
check your local and state laws, as well as AAP and
NHTSA recommendations, for car seat usage.
Vehicle Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt with Tether
Vehicle Seat Lap Belt with
Tether