Dodge Caliber Owner's Manual page 51

NOTE:
When using the LATCH attaching system to
install a child restraint, please ensure that
all seat belts not being used for occupant
restraints are stowed and out of reach of
children. It is recommended that before in-
stalling the child restraint, buckle the seat
belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the
child restraint and out of reach. If the buck-
led seat belt interferes with the child re-
straint installation, instead of tucking the
seat belt behind the child restraint, route the
seat belt through the child restraint belt path
and then buckle it. This should stow the seat
belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child.
Remind all children in the vehicle that the
seat belts are not toys and should not be
played with, and never leave your child un-
attended in the vehicle.
Installing the Child Restraint System
We urge you to carefully follow the directions of
the manufacturer when installing your child
restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will
be equipped with separate straps on each
side, with each having a hook or connector,
and a means for adjusting the tension in the
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strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and
some rearward-facing infant restraints will also
be equipped with a tether strap with a hook and
means for adjusting the tension in the strap.
In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on
the lower and tether straps so that you can
more easily attach the hook or connector to the
lower and tether anchorages. The tether strap
should be routed under the center of the head
restraint and attached to the tether anchor on
the rear of the seat back. Then tighten all three
straps as you push the child restraint rearward
and downward into the seat.
Rear Seat Tether Anchors
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Not all child restraint systems will be installed
as we have described here. Again, carefully
follow the instructions that come with the child
restraint system.
NOTE:
If your child restraint seat is not LATCH-
compatible, install the restraint using the
vehicle seat belts.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could
lead to increased head motion and possible
injury to the child. Use only the anchor posi-
tion directly behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm
your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown
about and possibly injured, or injure a passen-
ger during panic braking or in a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet
harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by
seat belts.
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