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1-3. Preparations for safe driving with children in the vehicle
Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)
WARNING
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When installing a child restraint system
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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Firmly attach the top tether strap and make sure that the belt is not twisted.
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Do not attach the top tether strap to anything other than the anchor bracket.
After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.
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Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer.
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Outboard rear seats: When installing the child restraint system with the head restraint
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being raised, after the head restraint has been raised and then the anchor bracket has
been fixed, do not lower the head restraint.
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Rear center seat: When installing the child restraint system with the head restraint
being lowered, be sure to have the top tether strap pass over the top of the head
restraint. If the belt passes below the head restraint, it is possible that the child restraint
system may not be securely fixed.
Laws and regulations pertaining to anchors
The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.
Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications
can be used.
This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE J1819.
Fixing the top tether strap to the anchor bracket
Anchor brackets are provided for each rear seat.
Use anchor brackets when fixing the top tether strap.
Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed
with the child restraint system.
Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.
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