1996 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 70
1996 Nissan Pathfinder Manual
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and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle. Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occupants in the vehicle. ¼ When your child restraint is not in use, store it in the trunk or keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown forward in case of a sudden stop or accident. ¼ After attaching a child restraint, test the restraint before you place the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds it in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. ¼ If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases. ¼ Adjustable seatbacks should be positioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible. ¼ Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint. ¼ All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated. ¼ For a front facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child's face or neck. If it does, put the shoulder belt behind the child restraint. SPA0276 Installation on rear seat Center lap belt Secure the child restraint with the lap belt as illustrated. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt the restraint from side to side. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat. 2-31