Securing a child restraint seat with “Tether Anchor” system

Figure 1. 2nd row seat (7 passenger vehicle)
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Figure 2. 2nd row seat (8 passenger vehicle)
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Figure 3. 3rd row seat
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First secure the CRS with the LATCH lower anchors or the seat belt. If the CRS manufacturer recommends that the tether be attached, attach and tighten the tether to the tether anchor.

Tether anchors are located on the seat back.

WARNING

Take the following precautions when installing the tether:

  • Read and follow all installation instructions provided with your CRS.

  • NEVER attach more than 1 CRS to a single tether anchor. This could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or break.

  • Do not attach the tether to anything other than the correct tether anchor. It may not work properly if attached to something else.

  • Do not use the tether anchors for adult seat belts or harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

  • Always fasten the seat belts behind the CRS seat when they are not used to secure the child seat. Failure to do so may result in child strangulation.

To install the tether anchor:

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  1. Route the tether over the seatback.

    For vehicles with adjustable headrests, route the tether under the headrest and between the headrest posts. Otherwise, route the tether over the top of the seatback.

  2. Connect the tether to the tether anchor, then tighten the tether according to the instructions of your CRS’s manufacturer to firmly attach the CRS to the seat.
  3. Check that the CRS is securely attached to the seat by pushing and pulling the seat forward and from side-to-side.