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� With rigid lower attachments
3 Latch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates A the presence of a lower connector system.
A Canada only
4 If the child restraint has a top tether strap, follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s operation manual regarding the installation, using the top tether strap to latch onto the top tether strap anchor.( �P. 56)
5 After installing the child restraint system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely.( �P. 53) n When installing in the rear center seat
There are no LATCH anchors on the rear center seat. However, the inboard LATCH anchors of the outboard seats, which are 16.54 in.( 420 mm) apart, can be used if the child restraint system manufacturer’ s instructions permit use of those anchors with the anchor spacing stated.
Child restraint systems with rigid lower attachments cannot be installed in the center seat. This type of child restraint system can only be installed in the outboard seat.
nLaws 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.
WARNING
n When installing a child restraint system
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
lWhen using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors and that the seat belt is
not caught behind the child restraint system.
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For safety and security