Safety

Convertible seats

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Convertible seats  - Safety - Volvo XC90 Owners Manual - Volvo XC90

Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt

Do not place the convertible seat in the front passenger's

Do not place the convertible seat in the front passenger's seat

Convertible seats can be used in either a forward or rearward-facing position, depending on the age and size of the child.

Route the seat belt through the convertible seat

Route the seat belt through the convertible seat

Fasten the seat belt

Fasten the seat belt

1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seat of the vehicle.
2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat according to the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible.
4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt out as far as possible to activate the belt's automatic locking function.

Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt

Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt

5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place, let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal. The seat belt should now be locked in place.
6. Push and pull the convertible seat along the seat belt path to ensure that it is held securely in place by the seat belt.

Ensure that the seat is securely in place

Ensure that the seat is securely in place

The convertible seat can be removed by unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract completely.

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