1996 Mercury Sable Owner's Manual - Page 49

RWARNING When using any infant or child restraint system, it is important that you follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer concerning its installation and use. Failure to follow each of the restraint manufacturer's instructions could increase the risk or severity of an injury in the event of a collision or sudden stop. Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point. Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory. Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap. Front Seats To install a tether from a child safety seat in the front seat: 1. Buckle the lap/shoulder belt (in the seat directly behind the front passenger seat in which the child safety seat will be installed). Pull all the stored belt out of the rear seat retractor to switch the retractor to automatic locking mode. Let the retractor wind up the slack from the lap/shoulder belt. 2. 3. 46