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adjust the seatback angle until good contact is achieved .
5 . Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat / cushion and the child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer . For booster seat / cushion with a belt guide , use the seatbelt through the belt guide .
6 . Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click . Take care not to twist the seatbelt .
Make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child ’ s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on the child ’ s hips .
7 . To remove the booster seat / cushion , press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract .
WARNING
. Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed . In an accident , this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child .
. Never place the shoulder belt under the child ’ s arm or behind the child ’ s back . If an accident occurs , this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child .
. The seatbelt should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint . Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing injury .
. Place the lap belt as low as possible on the child ’ s hips . A high-positioned lap belt will increase the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen , and both can result in serious injury or death .
. Make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child ’ s shoulder . Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or in a collision .
& Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and top tether anchorages ( LATCH )
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! Lower and top tether anchorages
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WARNING
. Attach the child restraint system to the anchors properly . When using the LATCH anchors , be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors . Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached . Otherwise , it may cause death or serious injury to children or other passengers in sudden braking ,