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All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by
the following:
• Lap belts
• Lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt
• Lower and tether anchorages (LATCH/ISOFIX)
Choose a Child Seat
Children should be in the rear seats and properly restrained in a child or booster
seat appropriate for their height and weight. Use a child seat that meets the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and is appropriate for the child’s age,
height, and weight. Also check child seat usage recommendations with local and
state laws, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Compliance documentation can either be
found on a sticker affixed to the child seat or in the instructions included with the
seat. Follow the child-seat manufacturer’s instructions when installing a child seat in
the vehicle, including determining whether the seat is compatible with the vehicle
in which it will be installed.