what are the options to install this? I see reviews say latch system....what if we don't have the latches in our vehicle? How does seatbelt work?
516446
The seatbelt will hold seat but with out back anchor it might twist sideways. Seatbelt most be pulled tight.
516447
Our vehicle does not have a latch system either; we just put the seatbelt through the seat while applying downward pressure to the seat itself. It installs very easily. We are very pleased - it is really light and simple to take in and out of the car.
516448
my car has a anchor on top of back seat to hook top latch of car seat to. I than hook my middle seat belt through the back of seat than latch
516449
what year is your vehicle? unless it's an older vehicle, it should have a latch. check your owners manual to be certain. without the latch system I am unsure if you could use this product
1809942
The base is nice because it allows you to snap the seat into the base. With the base secured to the car, you don't need to struggle with seat belts when taking the seat in and out of the car. Just snap and go! The only caveat is your car must be equipped with the LATCH system which is in nearly every car from 2002 or newer. Hope this helps.
1756476
You can use the seatbelt. Most cars LATCH systems are only supported until 40 pounds. Love this carseat!
509121
The SGL has latch that you can latch it to your seat but my car doesn't have center latch, so I don't even use it... The seat belt hold the car seat in place...
1412853
It has the latch system and can also be used with a seat belt. I will say that for me in our cars it wasn't the easiest to get super tight.
512724
We don't use the latch, we just use the sit belt. We sit our son, then buckled up using the sit belt.
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I am so sorry I just looked at my email! Yes we have 2 and my husbands truck does not have latch system either. We love the seat! The only draw back is if you plan on moving it between cars....it is heavy.
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I have not tried installation with the seatbelt. I do not see a clamp to hold the seatbelt. You can see in depth installation instructions and pictures in the owners manual available at Britax website.
1009773
You can use the seatbelt without too much trouble except for the center which requires more planning. The slots are well aligned for my car. I usually just unhook one side and fold it out of the way so passengers don't have to sit on a dirty cover. Never tried to install a car seat over it, but I think it would work.
196399
Well, the headrest needs installed and the straps need adjusted. You also need to take the seat topper off if your using the seatbelt latch so it does take a bit of time but the seat is amazing! Your local police/fire station should be able to help to make sure it's installed properly. There is also a site called The Car Seat lady and that's very helpful!! Best of luck!
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No you don't. The latches are just a feature to keep the seat on the seat when it is not being used. In other words, if the seat is empty and you slam on your brakes, it won't go flying through your car. They do not tighten down like a normal latch car seat.
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When using this seat with the harness, we recommend using either LATCH or the seat belt. Using both methods could actually create safety concerns. If you are using this seat in booster mode, then you can certainly use the LATCH system as an anchor for the seat when the child is not in the seat.
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It is MUCH simpler to latch and unlatch than a normal harness car seat. Also, it is not absolutely necessary to use the latch system (I believe I read this in the instructions), because the latch system is just there to keep the booster in place when a child is not sitting in it with the seat belt on.
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Yes you can use your seat belt instead of the latch. It's actually really easy lock system compared to those metal locks that you put on the seat belt.
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It has a latch system for the base unit. If need be you can use a seatbelt with the car seat by itself.
1207423
Are you talking about a sports car with no latch system? A 70's classic car?Either way, no. You MUST have a latch and be able to tie over the seat back because this chair is a SOFT back. It collapses without your car's seat back to hold it in place...and also for the latch belt to go over and tether safely. That is key!! I think the pictures online give the impression that it sits upright without being installed like a "typical" seat and it does NOT.Hope that helps you!
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I used an older model on an airplane. All car seats have to be forward facing and an airplane doesn't have a latch system. I always think installing a car seat without a latch system is more difficult. Also it is difficult to carry onto the airplane and move it between seats without bumping into anyone while still trying to wrangle the kiddo� I think this is true for all car seats though, not just this particular brand/model. Traveling with kids is just a lot more work!