so does it have to be installed with the latch system? i need to get 3 in the back of the van but i dont have the latch system plus i need to move alo
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I have two installed in back seat of 1997 Corolla using seat belts. Bought these especially because they are narrow enough to allow a slender adult to seat in third seat.
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it can use latch or seatbelt. I get a better install with the seatbelt. I also have 3 across and use seatbelt install for them all otherwise they would not fit.
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Doesn't have to be installed with LATCH. It is a bit more difficult to install 3 across with seatbelts but do able. I mean as long as you don't mind scraped up hands :) Diono makes me easier to do this than most because you can access the belt path via a Velcro path on each side of the seat. Any other seat you would need to remove the cover to access the belt path then try putting cover back on after its installed.
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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.
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Latch not required. We use seat belts a lot as it gets moved around between vehicles.
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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 use the seatbelt. Most cars LATCH systems are only supported until 40 pounds. Love this carseat!
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No, it doesn't require the latch system to work. It also works with seat belts like any other car seat.
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It installs with the vehicle belt through the base. Also you can use only the seat belt without the base, but inst the best.
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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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yes, i first had mine in a chevy cargo van, and added a 1/2" pipe clamp for stabilize it, and it works fantastic. I have since moved it to a newer vehicle where it is bolted to the floor, it works fine there too.
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If a trailer hitch is available through your dealer, then an aftermarket hitch - like the Curt - can be installed. The frame of your van has been pre-drilled and threaded. It's a matter of finding the right hitch. Instructions are straightforward. Line up the holes, insert bolts, tighten. Depending on how many miles you have put on your van, you may need to purchase a tap and clean out the threads. I did. It helped.
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I just move the whole thing back and forth. It takes me about 5 minutes using the LATCH system that both our cars have. This includes utilizing the 3rd attachment point from the rear of the seat to the front passenger seat mounts that's included with this seat. If you only used the LATCH attachment points it would take less than 5 minutes.
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Yes. I also have the latch system but use the seat belt with this seat. The new click tight system for the seat belt gets the seat super tight!
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You are supposed to have a seatbelt lock (I'm not sure of the technical name but it kind of looks like an H with hooks on the insides) for vehicles without the latch system. When we bought the original car seat it had one but when we bought this to have an extra base, it did not come with it. Luckily a friend had one and they didn't need it lock.
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I believe that you can. The latch is designed to go on both left and right opening doors. However, in your case the latch and hasp will need to be reversed from the usual install. This might work it might not. I can't tell without seeing your setup. My advice is you get it and try and see if it can be installed. If not then return it.
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I'm not sure about rv installation. The latch is magnetic.... It seems too big for an rv bathroom
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READ THE MANUAL. But this one was unbelievably easy to install. We have it rear-facing and installed with the LATCH system as well as the top tether (not all have top tether for RF). The LATCH belts come pre-set in the rear-facing position, but they are easy to switch. However, the seat can only be installed with LATCH up to when the child in 40 pounds (I think). So by the time you switch to forward-facing, you probably need to install with the seat belt.
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U can install it, but it is not easy to reach and may need to get it on to ramps and get underneath. I don't know if u need to replace all 3. Try one a time to see which one is causing problem. Google up to troubleshoot them
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The base installs perfectly without latch system, we use it both ways in a few different family vehicles. Great carseat!!
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The carrier can be installed on a van WITHOUT racks. The rear strap can be positioned towards the end of the sliding rail to allow the doors to freely open and close. You may also purchase an additional set of Pass Through Straps to alternatively install the carrier using an x-pattern, though front doors and rear side windows/rear gate (see our website for full installation diagrams).
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No, only the liftgate, you will need a latch assy, for the left front door, the actuator is built into the latch on all the doors except the lift gate.
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You should be able to move it from vehicle to vehicle very easily. I have done this with mine.
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I thought I could use it that way when I purchased? But doing it alone is pretty tough. They cannot be attached to the van or fixed to the ground so they tend to move around and become a hazard. I would not recommend them for that purpose.