1997 GMC Savana Van Owner's Manual - Page 50

Top Strap Some child restraints have atop strap. Don't use a restraint like that in your vehiclebecause the top strap anchor cannot be installed properly.You shouldn't use this type of child restraint without anchoring the top strap. You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. the earlier part See about the top strap if the child restrainthas one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes infront of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. Securing a Child Restraint inRear a Outside Seat Position 1-42