Child Restraint Anchors & Installation
Anchor Locations
- Second Row Bucket Seats
- Child restraint top tether anchors — second row bench seat
- Child restraint top tether anchors — second row bucket seats
Child Restraint Position Information
Install the child restraint tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be necessary to lift or remove the head restraint.
Rear Facing Child Restraints
| Combined Weight |
LATCH |
Seatbelt |
| Up to 65 lb (29 kg) |
✔ |
✔ |
| Over 65 lb (29 kg) |
✔ |
— |
Forward Facing Child Restraints
| Combined Weight |
Seatbelt + LATCH + Tether |
LATCH + Tether |
Seatbelt + Tether |
| Up to 65 lb (29 kg) |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
| Over 65 lb (29 kg) |
✔ |
✔ |
— |
Child Restraint Recommendations
| Child Size/Age |
Recommended Restraint |
| 40 lb (18 kg) or less |
Infant/toddler child restraint seat |
| Outgrown child seat but under 57 in tall |
Belt-positioning booster seat |
| Outgrown booster seat |
Vehicle lap/shoulder belt |
Always follow local laws regarding child restraints. Children under 12 should ride in the rear seat whenever possible.
Installing Child Restraints Using Seatbelts
WARNING: Improper installation may block seatbelt or anchor access and increase injury risk.
- Position the child restraint in the seat.
- Pull down shoulder belt and lap belt together.
- Route belt through restraint without twisting.
- Buckle securely.
- Engage automatic locking mode.
- Remove slack while pressing down on seat.
- Attach tether strap if equipped.
- Verify secure installation (movement less than 1 inch).
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers (LATCH)
WARNING: Never attach two restraints to one anchor.
- Two lower anchors in seat bight
- One top tether anchor
- Seatbelt may be used if anchors are unavailable
Installing a Child Restraint in Center Seat
WARNING: Only use anchors if spacing meets manufacturer requirements.
Check restraint movement — it should not exceed 1 inch.
Combining Seatbelt and Anchors
You may attach seatbelt or lower anchors first, then tether strap.
Using Tether Straps
- Attach only to correct anchor point
- Do not overtighten
- Keep restraint snug against seat
Booster Seats
- Children under 57 in tall
- Ages 4–12
- 40–100 lb range
Use booster seats until proper belt fit is achieved.
Booster Seat Types
- Backless booster seat
- High-back booster seat
Lap belt should rest low across hips; shoulder belt centered on chest.
Child Safety Locks
Rear doors can
