2000 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 75

Seat, seat belt and SRS airbag B Installing child restraint systems in the 2-point type seat belt position (Rear center seating position) HS2002BA 1. Adjust both rear seatbacks to fit the child restraint system, placing them as upright as possible. Make sure that both seatbacks are at the same angle and securely locked into place. 2. Set the child restraint system in the center seating position. 3. Run the 2-point type seat belt through or around the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. 4. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle. 5. Tighten the seat belt. 6. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, move it back and forth to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt. If the child restraint system requires a top strap, latch the hook onto the top strap anchor and tighten the top strap. B Installing child restraint systems in the 3-point type seat belt position NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by allowing the seat belt to retract fully. - CONTINUED - 2-23