Choosing Lower Anchor Or Vehicle Belts - Cosco APT 40 Manual

Choosing Lower Anchor or
Vehicle Belts
Your vehicle's features may be considerably different than
those pictured here.
Lower Anchor Bars
Seat Bight
The LATCH System
The lower anchors of LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) is a universal system for installing child restraints with-
out using vehicle seat belts. The lower anchor system can ONLY
be used in vehicles that have the lower anchor bars installed and
designated LATCH seating positions. Most vehicles manufactured
after September 2002 are equipped with lower anchor bars.
Check your vehicle owner's manual to see which seating posi-
tions may be equipped with the LATCH system.
Adjuster
When installing this child restraint
with vehicle belts, the lower anchor
hooks and belt MUST be properly
stored.
Lower Anchor Hooks
Storing Lower Anchor Belt
Thread lower anchor belt through
forward-facing belt path. Then attach
hooks to storage attachment as shown.
Gently pull free end of belt to remove
slack.
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Your vehicle's features may be considerably different than
those pictured here.
Vehicle Belts
If lower anchors are not an option, you must use the vehicle seat
belt system to install the child restraint.
There are some vehicle belts that will not work with a child
restraint or will require special attention.
Check your vehicle owner's manual for specific instructions.
WARNINGS: When used correctly the lower anchor belt
or vehicle belts are equally safe. Do not use both the lower
anchor belt and vehicle belt at the same time.
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