Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH
What is the weight limit
(child’s weight + weight of
the child restraint) for us-
ing the LATCH anchorage
system to attach the child
restraint?
65 lbs
(29.5 kg)
Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the
child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and
tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight
is more than 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Can the LATCH anchor-
ages and the seat belt be
used together to attach a
rear-facing or forward-
facing child restraint?
No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to
attach a rear-facing or forward-facing child restraint.
Booster seats may be attached to the LATCH anchorages if allowed by
the booster seat manufacturer. See your booster seat owner’s manual for
more information.
Can a child seat be in-
stalled in the center posi-
tion using the inner
LATCH lower anchorages?
Yes You can install child restraints with flexible lower anchors in the center
position. The inner anchorages are 16 inches (400 mm) apart. Do not
install child restraints with rigid lower anchors in the center position.
Can two child restraints be
attached using a common
lower LATCH anchorage?
No Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. If
the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages,
use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a
child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position.
Can the rear-facing child
restraint touch the back of
the front passenger seat?
Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the
child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint
owner’s manual for more information.
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