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SEAT , SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS
6 . To remove the booster seat / cushion , press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract .
. 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 .
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. 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 highpositioned 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 .
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. 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 , swerving , or accidents .
. When installing a child restraint system using LATCH anchors with the rear seatbelt fastened , ensure that the rear seatbelt does not become caught in the child restraint system or the lower LATCH anchorages .