Latch system VS Vehicle seat belt system Can I install my car seat (Britax Frontier 85) using the vehicle seat belt system rather than LATCH system? For my understanding, we should not use both systems at the same time. Latch system VS Vehicle seat belt system Can I install my car seat (Britax Frontier 85) using the vehicle seat belt system rather than LATCH system? For my understanding, we should not use both... » Read More Latch system VS Vehicle seat belt system Can I install my car seat (Britax Frontier 85) using the vehicle seat belt system rather than LATCH system? For my understanding, we should not use both systems at the same time. « Show Less
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Because using both can put too much pressure on the shell of the carseat and cause cracks. Because it wasn't tested that way or it was tested that way and failed. Because it says so in the manual. Because they both put pressure on different parts of the shell that could possibly then be passed on to the child. There are so many reasons but these are just a few!
603545
I am a car seat technician, and a firefighter/paramedic. You are correct that you should only use one system. However, you need to consult your vehicle instruction manual to see what the weight limit is for the LATCH. Most LATCH systems are only rated for up to a 40 pound child, so when using the Frontier 85 for a larger child, you should revert to the vehicle seatbelt.
603546
it is not safer to use latch system and seat belt together? Is there some possibility that in case of emergency both systems will fail if they will work together?
307462
It is very easy to instal but I prefer to use it with the latch system over the seatbelt. My daughter loves it and sits in the very back of my van and if I use the seat belt is seems to move just a little.
1756477
No, it doesn't require the latch system to work. It also works with seat belts like any other car seat.
1193176
The Frontier has more padding and is generally a more comfortable seat, but most importantly, it has the click-tight technology whereas the Pioneer does not. I found the Pioneer very hard to install using the seat belt (which you must use instead of the latch connectors for children over 40 pounds). I could not get a secure install and it was not an easy. I returned the Pioneer the same day I tried to install it in my car. The Frontier is more expensive, but worth it. It installs in minutes, and is rock solid, doesn't move an inch. I wrote a review of the Pioneer (one star) which you can read that has more info. The Frontier has more padding and is generally a more comfortable seat, but most importantly, it has the click-tight technology whereas the Pioneer does not. I found the Pioneer very hard to install using the seat belt (which you must use instead of the latch connectors for children over 40 pounds). I could not get a secure install and it was not an easy. I returned the Pioneer the same day I tried to install it in my car. The Frontier is more expensive, but worth it. It installs in minutes, and is rock solid, doesn't move an inch. I wrote a review of the Pioneer (one star) which you can... » Read More The Frontier has more padding and is generally a more comfortable seat, but most importantly, it has the click-tight technology whereas the Pioneer does not. I found the Pioneer very hard to install using the seat belt (which you must use instead of the latch connectors for children over 40 pounds). I could not get a secure install and it was not an easy. I returned the Pioneer the same day I tried to install it in my car. The Frontier is more expensive, but worth it. It installs in minutes, and is rock solid, doesn't move an inch. I wrote a review of the Pioneer (one star) which you can read that has more info. « Show Less
512724
We don't use the latch, we just use the sit belt. We sit our son, then buckled up using the sit belt.
1164039
Yes especially using the LATCH and anchor system in cars. This is the easiest car seat to install and remove as it's just a release button. I've used several other models so can compare.
1207426
According to the user manual (which can be found on the Safety 1st website), the vehicle does not have to have a latch system in order to be used. In fact it does not need the latch system to be used with the upright back. HOWEVER, IT DOES REQUIRE "anchors" to use the upright back. These are the features that are located behind the headrest or behind the seat or on the floor behind the seat. See page "31" of the user manual (http://safety1st.djgusa.com/product_instructions/en/4358-4856%20Go%20Booster%20Approved.pdf)
583506
You have the option of either seatbelt or latch.. We really love these car seats!
2043822
I Have a graco car seat and it works fine. It isn't specifically designed for any latch system, but has a safety strap to secure the seat in place.
509375
Yup, very simple, I've used both methods. There is a hole next to where the kids thigh would rest on the seat and you can pull the seat belt or latch system belt straight up and away from the buckle to tighten it down instead of out and to the side as you have to do on most seats. I love the design of this car seat. Feels much more secure in any system.
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I never used Pioneer car seat, so I cannot really tell the difference from my own experience. I've read in one review that Pioneer is a cheaper version of Frontier (meaning cheaper materials etc). I decided to go with Frontier for two reasons: 1. being in a bad car accident with my 3-year-old in a solid Frontier gave me a piece of mind, and 2. I hope to get many years of use from this seat, once my second son grows into it.
512726
No latch capability is needed. This car seat is only secured by using the seat belt in your car. When your child is NOT in the car seat, it is safest to buckle the car seat in using the seat belt, otherwise it could cause serious harm if you're in an accident because it is not secured by a latch system.
133246
We have the Frontier 90. There is a latch system inside the click tight opening. The straps are wrapped and tucked up out of the way, but the system is there unless it has been removed
1756475
No, you don't have to use the latch system. I have all 3 installed in the 3rd row seat of my surburban using seat belts. They all fit but getting the 3rd buckled took a little effort but it was doable.
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You can but you're better off saving money and getting a booster w/o latch. Graco makes the turbobooster which is very safe, veyr comfortable, and a great seat for almost half this price. Nearly the same seat (plus still has pull out cupholders etc) but w/o latch. I find the latch preferable but if you have a vehicle that doesn't use it and don't plan on upgrading any time soon you're better off saving the money.
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.
1756473
It does not need latch. It has slots for seat-belts. I have it both ways in my van. One car-seat is latched in, the other is seat-belt. But, I feel more confident with the latched one though.