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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child re- straint) for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a for- ward facing child restraint, up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint. Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? Yes Contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is al- lowed, if the child restraint manufac- turer also allows contact. Can the rear head restraints be re- moved? No Head restraints may not be removed. Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint? No Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt. WARNING! • Improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The • Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. 278 SAFETY |