Car Seat Installation Guide

A comprehensive guide to properly installing your infant car seat

Installation Steps

Choose the Right Location

  • → Back seat is safest, preferably in the middle
  • → Away from active airbags
  • → Level surface
  • → Secure anchor points available

LATCH Installation

  • → Locate lower anchors in vehicle
  • → Connect LATCH hooks or clips
  • → Tighten until secure
  • → Check for less than 1-inch movement

Seat Belt Installation

  • → Thread belt through correct path
  • → Lock the seat belt
  • → Press down firmly while tightening
  • → Verify belt stays locked

Common Installation Mistakes

Incorrect Recline Angle

Use level indicator and adjust recline foot

Loose Installation

Should move less than 1 inch side-to-side

Wrong Belt Path

Follow manual's color-coded guides

Harness Errors

Straps at or below shoulders for rear-facing

Installation Safety Checklist

  • Correct Angle: Check level indicator is in proper range
  • Tight Installation: Base moves less than 1 inch at belt path
  • Harness Position: Straps at or below shoulders
  • Chest Clip: At armpit level
  • No Twists: Harness and LATCH/seat belt straight
  • Handle Position: Verify correct travel position