Replacing Latch System - Cadillac 2011 Escalade Owner's Manual

If the position you are using
has a fixed or an adjustable
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether
around the headrest or
head restraint.
3. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure
it is securely held in place.
To check, grasp the child
restraint at the LATCH path and
attempt to move it side to side
and back and forth. There
should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement,
for proper installation.

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash
WARNING
A crash can damage the LATCH
system in the vehicle. A damaged
LATCH system may not properly
secure the child restraint,
resulting in serious injury or even
Seats and Restraints
WARNING (Continued)
death in a crash. To help make
sure the LATCH system is
working properly after a crash,
see your dealer to have the
system inspected and any
necessary replacements made
as soon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system
and it was being used during a
crash, new LATCH system parts
may be needed.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the LATCH
system was not being used at the
time of the crash.
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