Infiniti QX80 (2021 year). Manual in english — page 3

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Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat. (See “Seats” (P.1-3).)
2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the

retractor and insert the tongue into the
buckle until you hear and feel the latch
engage.

.

The retractor is designed to lock

during a sudden stop or on impact.
A slow pulling motion permits the
belt to move, and allows you some
freedom of movement in the seat.

.

If the seat belt cannot be pulled from

its fully retracted position, firmly pull
the belt and release it. Then smoothly
pull the belt out of the retractor.

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3. Position the lap belt portion

low and

snug on the hips

as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure
the shoulder belt is routed over your
shoulder and across your chest.

The three-point type seat belts have two
modes of operation:

.

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)

.

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
mode allows the seat belt to extend and
retract to allow the driver and passengers
some freedom of movement in the seat. The
ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle
slows down rapidly or during impacts.

The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat
belt for child restraint installation.
When the ALR mode is activated the seat
belt cannot be extended again until the seat
belt tongue is detached from the buckle and
fully retracted. The seat belt returns to the
ELR mode after the seat belt fully retracts.
For additional information, see “Child re-
straints” (P.1-31).

The ALR mode should be used only for child
restraint installation. During normal seat
belt use by an occupant, the ALR mode
should not be activated. If it is activated, it
may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be certain
that seatbacks are completely secured in
the latched position. If they are not
completely secured, passengers may be
injured in an accident or sudden stop.

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Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the seat belt, push the button
on the buckle. The seat belt automatically
retracts.

Checking seat belt operation

Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat
belt movement by two separate methods:

.

When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

.

When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

To increase your confidence in the seat belts,
check the operation as follows:

.

Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward

quickly. The retractor should lock and

restrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this
check, get the system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service, or to learn more about seat belt
operation.

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Center of 2nd row seat (if so
equipped)

Selecting correct set of seat belts:

The center seat belt buckle is identified by
the CENTER mark

. The center seat belt

tongue can be fastened

only

into the center

seat belt buckle.

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3rd row center seat belt

The 3rd row center seat belt has a connector
tongue

and a seat belt tongue

. Both the

connector tongue and the seat belt tongue
must be securely latched for proper seat belt
operation.

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WARNING

.

Always fasten the connector tongue
and the seat belt in the order shown.

.

Always make sure both the connector
tongue and the seat belt tongue are
secured when using the seat belt or
installing a child restraint. Do not use
the seat belt or child restraint with
only the seat belt tongue attached.
This could result in serious personal
injury in case of an accident or a
sudden stop.

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Stowing 3rd row center seat belt:

When folding down the 3rd row seat, the
3rd center seat belt can be retracted into a
stowed position.
1. Hold the connector tongue

so that the

seat belt does not retract suddenly when
the tongue is released from the connec-
tor buckle. Release the connector tongue
by inserting a suitable tool such as key
into the connector buckle.

2. Store the seat belt tongue into the

tongue holder

first

.

3. Store the connector tongue into the

retractor base

.

WARNING

Do not unfasten the 3rd center seat belt
connector except when folding down the
3rd seat.

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Attaching 3rd row center seat belt:

Always be sure the 3rd center seat belt
connector tongue and connector buckle are
attached. Disconnect only when folding
down the 3rd row seat.
To connect the buckle:
1. Pull out the connector tongue from the

retractor base

.

2. Pull out the seat belt tongue from the

tongue holder

.

3. Pull the seat belt and fasten the con-

nector buckle until it clicks

.

The center seat belt connector tongue and
buckle are identified by the

and

mark.
The center seat belt connector tongue can
be attached only into the 3rd center seat belt
connector buckle.
To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the
seat belts” (P.1-23).

WARNING

.

When attaching the 3rd center seat
belt connector, be certain that the
seatbacks are completely secured in
the latched position and the 3rd
center seat belt connector is comple-
tely secured.

.

If the 3rd center seat belt connector
and the seatbacks are not secured in
the correct position, serious personal
injury may result in an accident or
sudden stop.

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Storing 3rd row seat belt buckles

Before folding down the seat, put the
buckles in the storage of the seat cushion
to avoid dropping it under the seat cushion.

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Shoulder belt height adjustment (for
front seats and 2nd row seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should be
adjusted to the position best for you. (See
“Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-18).)
To adjust, push the button

, and then move

the shoulder belt anchor to the desired
position, so that the belt passes over the
center of the shoulder. The belt should be
away from your face and neck, but not
falling off of your shoulder. Release the
adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt
anchor into position.

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WARNING

.

After adjustment, release the adjust-
ment button and try to move the
shoulder belt anchor up and down to
make sure it is securely fixed in
position.

.

The shoulder belt anchor height
should be adjusted to the position
best for you. Failure to do so may
reduce the effectiveness of the entire
restraint system and increase the
chance or severity of injury in an
accident.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position, it
is not possible to properly fit the lap-
shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that
is compatible with the installed seat belts is
available that can be purchased. The ex-
tender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of
length and may be used for either the driver
or front passenger seating position. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for assistance with purchasing an extender if
an extender is required.

WARNING

.

It is recommended that only INFINITI
seat belt extenders, made by the
same company which made the origi-
nal equipment seat belts, be used
with the INFINITI seat belts.

.

Adults and children who can use the
standard seat belt should not use an
extender. Such unnecessary use could
result in serious personal injury in the
event of an accident.

.

Never use seat belt extenders to
install child restraints. If the child
restraint is not secured properly, the
child could be seriously injured or
killed in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

.

To clean the seat belt webbing,

apply a

mild soap solution or any solution re-
commended for cleaning upholstery or
carpets. Then, wipe with a cloth and
allow the seat belts to dry in the shade.
Do not allow the seat belts to retract
until they are completely dry.

.

If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide

of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts
may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder

belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

.

Periodically check to see that the seat

belt and the metal components

such as

buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible
wires and anchors work properly. If loose
parts, deterioration, cuts or other da-
mage on the webbing is found, the entire
seat belt assembly should be replaced.

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WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the
seat belts. Most seating positions are
equipped with Automatic Locking Re-
tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat
belt becomes wrapped around a child’s
neck with the ALR mode activated, the
child can be seriously injured or killed if
the seat belt retracts and becomes tight.
This can occur even if the vehicle is
parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release
the child. For the center of the 3rd row
bench seat, the connector tongue

may

also be released. Release the connector

tongue by inserting a suitable tool (such
as a key) into the connector buckle

. If

the seat belt cannot be unbuckled or is
already unbuckled, release the child by
cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool
(such as a knife or scissors) to release the
seat belt.

Children need adults to help protect them.

They need to be properly restrained.

In addition to the general information in this
manual, child safety information is available
from many other sources, including doctors,
teachers, government traffic safety offices,
and community organizations. Every child is
different, so be sure to learn the best way to
transport your child.
There are three basic types of child restraint
systems:

.

Rear-facing child restraint

.

Forward-facing child restraint

.

Booster seat

The proper restraint depends on the child’s
size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year
and less than 20 lbs (9 kg) should be placed
in rear-facing child restraints. Forward-
facing child restraints are available for
children who outgrow rear-facing child re-
straints and are at least 1 year old. Booster
seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/

shoulder belt on a child who can no longer
use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special protec-
tion. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit
them properly. The shoulder belt may
come too close to the face or neck. The
lap belt may not fit over their small hip
bones. In an accident, an improperly
fitting seat belt could cause serious or
fatal injury. Always use appropriate
child restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories require the use of approved child
restraints for infants and small children. See
“Child restraints” (P.1-31).
A child restraint may be secured in the
vehicle by using either the LATCH (Lower
Anchor and Tethers for CHildren) system or
with the vehicle seat belt. See “Child re-
straints” (P.1-31) for more information.

INFINITI recommends that all pre-teens and
children be restrained in the rear seat.
Studies show that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seat than in
the front seat.

This is especially important because your

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vehicle has a supplemental restraint system
(Air bag system) for the front passenger.
See “Supplemental restraint system” (P.1-
52).

INFANTS

Infants up to at least 1 year old should be
placed in a rear-facing child restraint.
INFINITI recommends that infants be placed
in child restraints that comply with Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Cana-
dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You
should choose a child restraint that fits your
vehicle and always follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.

SMALL CHILDREN

Children that are over 1 year old and weigh
at least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-
facing child restraint as long as possible up
to the height or weight limit of the child
restraint. Children who outgrow the height
or weight limit of the rear-facing child
restraint and are at least 1 year old should
be secured in a forward-facing child re-
straint with a harness. Refer to the manu-
facturer’s instructions for minimum and
maximum weight and height recommenda-
tions. INFINITI recommends that small chil-
dren be placed in child restraints that comply
with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-
dards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety

Standards. You should choose a child re-
straint that fits your vehicle and always
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
installation and use.

LARGER CHILDREN

Children should remain in a forward-facing
child restraint with a harness until they reach
the maximum height or weight limit allowed
by the child restraint manufacturer.
Once a child outgrows the height or weight
limit of the harness-equipped forward-fa-
cing child restraint, INFINITI recommends
that the child be placed in a commercially
available booster seat to obtain proper seat
belt fit. For a seat belt to fit properly, the
booster seat should raise the child so that
the shoulder belt is properly positioned
across the chest and the top, middle portion
of the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not
cross the neck or face and should not fall off
the shoulder. The lap belt should lie snugly
across the lower hips or upper thighs, not the
abdomen.
A booster seat can only be used in seating
positions that have a three-point type seat
belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle
seat and have a label certifying that it
complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards.

A booster seat should be used until the child
can pass the seat belt fit test below:

.

Are the child’s back and hips against the

vehicle seatback?

.

Is the child able to sit without slouching?

.

Do the child’s knees bend easily over the

front edge of the seat with feet flat on
the floor?

.

Can the child safely wear the seat belt

(lap belt low and snug across the hips
and shoulder belt across mid-chest and
shoulder)?

.

Is the child able to use the properly

adjusted head restraint/headrest?

.

Will the child be able to stay in position

for the entire ride?

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If you answered no to any of these ques-
tions, the child should remain in a booster
seat using a three-point type seat belt.

NOTE:

Laws in some communities may follow
different guidelines. Check local and state
regulations to confirm your child is using the
correct restraint system before traveling.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any
seat and do not allow a child in the cargo
area. The child could be seriously injured
or killed in a sudden stop or collision.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE-
STRAINTS

WARNING

.

Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use and in-
stallation of child restraints could
result in serious injury or death of a
child or other passengers in a sudden
stop or collision:

— The child restraint must be used

and installed properly. Always
follow all of the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions for
installation and use.

— Infants and children should never

be held on anyone’s lap. Even the
strongest adult cannot resist the
forces of a collision.

— Do not put a seat belt around

both a child and another passen-
ger.

— INFINITI recommends that all

child restraints be installed in the
rear seat. Studies show that chil-
dren are safer when properly re-
strained in the rear seat than in
the front seat. If you must install a

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forward-facing child restraint in
the front seat, see “Forward-
facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts” (P.1-44).

— Even with the INFINITI Advanced

Air Bag System, never install a
rear-facing child restraint in the
front seat. An inflating air bag
could seriously injure or kill a child.
A rear-facing child restraint must
only be used in the rear seat.

— Be sure to purchase a child re-

straint that will fit the child and
vehicle. Some child restraints may
not fit properly in your vehicle.

— Child restraint anchor points are

designed to withstand loads from
child restraints that are properly
fitted.

— Never use the anchor points for

adult seat belts or harnesses.

— A child restraint with a top tether

strap should not be used in the
front passenger seat.

— Keep seatbacks as upright as

possible after fitting the child
restraint.

— Infants and children should al-

ways be placed in an appropriate

child restraint while in the vehicle.

.

When the child restraint is not in use,
keep it secured with the LATCH
system or a seat belt. In a sudden
stop or collision, loose objects can
injure occupants or damage the ve-
hicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle can
become very hot. Check the seating
surface and buckles before placing a
child in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal child
restraint anchor system, referred to as the
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system. Some child restraints in-
clude rigid or webbing-mounted attach-
ments that can be connected to these
anchors.
For details, see “Lower Anchors and Tethers
for CHildren System (LATCH)” (P.1-33).
If you do not have a LATCH compatible child
restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.
Several manufacturers offer child restraints
for infants and small children of various
sizes. When selecting any child restraint,

keep the following points in mind:

.

Choose only a restraint with a label

certifying that it complies with Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-
dard 213.

.

Check the child restraint in your vehicle to

be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s
seat and seat belt system.

.

If the child restraint is compatible with

your vehicle, place your child in the child
restraint and check the various adjust-
ments to be sure the child restraint is
compatible with your child. Choose a
child restraint that is designed for your
child’s height and weight. Always follow
all recommended procedures.

.

If the combined weight of the child and

child restraint is less than 65 lbs (29.5
kg), you may use either the LATCH lower
anchors or the seat belt to install the
child restraint (not both at the same
time).

.

If the combined weight of the child and

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5
kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the
lower anchors) to install the child re-
straint.

.

Be sure to follow the child restraint

manufacturer’s instructions for installa-
tion.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories require that infants and small
children be restrained in an approved child
restraint at all times while the vehicle is
being operated. Canadian law requires the
top tether strap on forward-facing child
restraints be secured to the designated
anchor point on the vehicle.

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LATCH system lower anchor locations -

captain’s seats

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LATCH system lower anchor locations -

bench seat

Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren System (LATCH)

Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor
points that are used with the LATCH (Lower
Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
compatible child restraints. This system may
also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX
compatible system. With this system, you do
not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure
the child restraint unless the combined
weight of the child and child restraint
exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If the combined
weight of the child and child restraint is
greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use the

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vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to
install the child restraint. Be sure to follow
the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for installation.
The LATCH lower anchor points are pro-
vided to install child restraints in the follow-
ing positions only:

.

2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)

.

2nd row bench seat outboard positions

(if so equipped)

LATCH lower anchor

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use and installa-
tion of child restraints could result in
serious injury or death of a child or other
passengers in a sudden stop or collision:

.

Attach LATCH system compatible
child restraints only at the locations
shown in the illustration.

.

Do not secure a child restraint in the
center rear seating position using the
LATCH lower anchors. The child re-
straint will not be secured properly.

.

Inspect the lower anchors by insert-
ing your fingers into the lower anchor
area. Feel to make sure there are no

obstructions over the anchors such as
seat belt webbing or seat cushion
material. The child restraint will not
be secured properly if the lower
anchors are obstructed.

Child restraint anchorages are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed
by correctly fitted child restraints. Under
no circumstances are they to be used to
attach adult seat belts, or other items or
equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could
damage the child restraint anchorages.
The child restraint will not be properly
installed using the damaged anchorage,
and a child could be seriously injured or
killed in a collision.

LATCH lower anchor location

The LATCH lower anchor points are pro-
vided to install child restraints in the rear
outboard seating positions only.

Do not

attempt to install a child restraint in the
center seating position using the LATCH
lower anchors.

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LATCH lower anchor cover removal

The LATCH lower anchor points are located
under the covers labelled ISOFIX at the
bottom of the rear outboard seat cushions.
To access a LATCH lower anchor point,
insert your finger into the cover and pull the
cover off.

CAUTION

Store the loose LATCH covers (for
example, in the console box) where they
will not get damaged to avoid losing
them. (See “Console box” (P.2-63).)

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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

Installing child restraint LATCH
lower anchor attachments

LATCH compatible child restraints include
two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments
that can be connected to two anchors
located at certain seating positions in your
vehicle. With this system, you do not have to
use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child
restraint. Check your child restraint for a
label stating that it is compatible with
LATCH. This information may also be in
the instructions provided by the child re-
straint manufacturer.

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LATCH rigid-mounted attachment

When installing a child restraint, carefully
read and follow the instructions in this
manual and those supplied with the child
restraint.

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2nd row captain’s seat

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2nd row bench seat

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3rd row bench seat

TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RE-
STRAINT

If the manufacturer of your child restraint
requires the use of a top tether strap, it must
be secured to an anchor point.

WARNING

.

In the 3rd row bench seat, a child
restraint with a top tether strap can
only be used in the outboard seating
position (right side). Do not place it in
the outboard seating position (left
side) and center position and attempt

to angle the tether strap to the
outboard seating position (right
side).

.

Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child
restraints. Under no circumstances
are they to be used to attach adult
seat belts, or other items or equip-
ment to the vehicle. Doing so could
damage the child restraint an-
chorages. The child restraint will not
be properly installed using the da-
maged anchorage, and a child could
be seriously injured or killed in a
collision.

.

Properly secure cargo and do not
allow it to contact the top tether
strap when it is attached to the top
tether anchor. Cargo that is not
properly secured or cargo that con-
tacts the top tether strap may da-
mage the top tether strap during a
collision. Your child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision if the
child restraint top tether strap is
damaged.

Top tether anchor point locations

Anchor points are located in the following
locations:

.

2nd row bench seat (if so equipped) on

the seatback of the outboard seating
positions as shown.

.

2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)

on the seatback of the outboard seating
positions as shown.

.

3rd row bench seat on the seatback of

the outboard seating position (right side)
as shown.

If you have any questions when installing a
top tether strap child restraint on the rear
seat, it is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.

REAR-FACING CHILD RE-
STRAINT INSTALLATION USING
LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the
“Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections
before installing a child restraint.
Do not use the lower anchors if the com-
bined weight of the child and the child
restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If the
combined weight of the child and the child
restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use
the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower an-
chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to

follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions for installation.
Follow these steps to install a rear-facing
child restraint in the 2nd row seats using the
LATCH system:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manu-
facturer’s instructions.

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Rear-facing web-mounted — step 2

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-

ments to the LATCH lower anchors.
Check to make sure the LATCH attach-
ment is properly attached to the lower
anchors.

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Rear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

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Rear-facing — step 3

3. For child restraints that are equipped

with webbing-mounted attachments, re-
move any additional slack from the
anchor attachments. Press downward
and rearward firmly in the center of the
child restraint with your hand to com-
press the vehicle seat cushion and seat-
back while tightening the webbing of the
anchor attachments.

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Rear-facing — step 4

4. After attaching the child restraint, test it

before you place the child in it. Push it
from side to side while holding the child
restraint near the LATCH attachment
path. The child restraint should not move
more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to
side. Try to tug it forward and check to
see if the LATCH attachment holds the
restraint in place. If the restraint is not
secure, tighten the LATCH attachment
as necessary, or put the restraint in
another seat and test it again. You may
need to try a different child restraint or
try installing by using the vehicle seat
belt (if applicable). Not all child restraints
fit in all types of vehicles.