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3. Replace the head restraint.INSTALLATION WITH CHILD RESTRAINT LOWER
ANCHORAGES
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The lower anchorages for the child restraint system
interfaced with the FMVSS225 specification are installed
in the rear seat.
The anchorages are installed in the clearance between the
seat cushion and seatback of both outside rear seats.
Child restraint system interfaced with the FMVSS225
specification
can be fixed with these anchorages. In this case,
it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat
belt on the vehicle.
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Type A
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Type B
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Type A:
1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and
seatback a little and confirm the position of the lower
anchorages below the tag in the seatback.
2. Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages
and tighten the lower straps.
Type B:
1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and
seatback a little and confirm the position of the lower
anchorages below the tag in the seatback.
2. Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.
If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be
anchored.
(For the installation of the top strap, see ºUsing a top
strapº on page 153 in this section.)
For the installation details, refer to the instruction manual
equipped with each product.
CAUTION
 When using the lower anchorages for the child
restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular
objects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is
not caught.
 Push and pull the child restraint system in different
directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the
installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
 Do not put a child restraint system on the rear seat if
it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front
seats. This can cause death or severe injury to the
child and front passenger in case of sudden braking
or a collision.
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Using a top strap (SportCross: Type A)
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Follow the next procedure for a child restraint system that
requires the use of a top strap.
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CAUTION
When using the top strap, be sure to run it through
between the seatback and the luggage cover by
hooking it on the anchor. Hooking the top strap on the
anchor by running it through over the luggage cover
may cause death or serious injury to a child due to
abnormal moving of the child restraint system in case
of sudden braking or a collision.
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1Symbol mark 2Anchor bracket
Use the anchor bracket located behind the rear seat on the
floor to attach the top strap.
Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position.
This symbol mark indicates the locations of user ready anchor
brackets.
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TO USE THE CENTER ANCHOR BRACKET
1. Remove the cover of the center anchor bracket.
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Center seat position 1Unlock
1. While pushing the button, slide the knob, then release
the lock on both sides and remove the luggage cover.
2. Lower the head restraint.
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3. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.
4. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the
top strap.
For instructions to install the child restraint system, see ºChild
restraint systemº on page 140.
CAUTION
 Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and
check that the child restraint system is securely by
pushing and pulling it in different directions.
 Follow all the installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
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1Lock
5. Replace the luggage cover and slide the knob while
pushing the button, then securely lock the luggage cover.
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Side seat position
1. Remove the head restraint.
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1Unlock
2. While pushing the button, slide the knob, then release
the lock on both sides and remove the luggage cover.
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3. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.
4. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the
top strap. For instructions to install the child restraint system, see ºT
ypes
of child restraint systemº on page 142.
CAUTION
 Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and
check that the child restraint system is secure by
pushing and pulling it in different directions.
 Follow all the installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
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