Installing LATCH or ISOFIX Child Seats
Installing LATCH or ISOFIX Child Seats
WARNING: Child seat anchorages are designed to only withstand the loads imposed by a correctly installed child safety seat. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.
WARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to one anchor point. In a collision, one anchor point may be incapable of securing both seats.
WARNING: If the restraint is not correctly anchored, there is a significant risk of injury to the child in the event of a collision or emergency braking.
The outer rear seats are equipped to accept LATCH/ISOFIX restraints.
Note: Only a seat belt retained child seat can be used in the center rear seating position.
To install a LATCH/ISOFIX child seat
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The lower LATCH/ISOFIX anchorage points are located between the seat back rest and rear cushion, indicated by child seat identification tabs on the seat.
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Unzip the covers to access the lower anchorage attachment points.
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Position the child seat on the vehicle seat.
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Attach the child seat latches onto the LATCH/ISOFIX lower anchor points, following the manufacturer’s instructions to connect and tighten them.
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Ensure the latches are securely connected and tightened. To do this, attempt to pull the child seat away from the vehicle seat and twist it from side to side. Even if the child seat appears secure, you should still check the anchor points visually to ensure correct attachment.
If the child seat moves more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) from side to side or front to back, then it is too loose. If you cannot tighten the latches any further, then try a different recommended seating location or try another child safety seat.
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If the child seat has an upper tether provided, make sure that it is fitted and tightened correctly. See Attaching Upper Tether Straps.
Note: Lower LATCH/ISOFIX anchors should not be used with child seats or booster seats that have an integrated safety belt in situations where the combined weight of the child plus the child restraint is more than 64 lb (29 kg). In these situations, use the seat belt instead.