Safeway Unify Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

GROUPS 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 (Birth - 36kg)

Rearward facing Birth to 18kg (BELT / ISOFIX / TT)

Forward facing 9 to 18kg (BELT / FIX)

Booster seat 15 to 36kg (BELT / FIX)

Created with Passion, Designed for Safety

ISOFIX Class Size:

Group 0/1 - “D”

Contents

Introduction

Important Notices

Restraint Features

Use of the Child Restraint in the Vehicle

Adjusting the Height of the Headrest / Harness

Adjusting the Recline Position

Using the ISOFIX System

Using the Top Tether System

Using the Buckle & Harness System

Removing the 5-Point Harness for Use as Group 2/3

Install Rearward Facing - Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg) - Method 1

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3 - 4

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10

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Install Rearward Facing - Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg) - Method 2

Install Forward Facing - Group 1 (9 to 18kg) - Method 1

Install Forward Facing - Group 1 (9 to 18kg) - Method 2

Install Forward Facing - Group 2/3 (15 to 36kg) - Method 1

Install Forward Facing - Group 2/3 (15 to 36kg) - Method 2

Removing the Cover / Replacing the Cover

Washing Instructions / Care for the Harness Buckle

Notices

Warranty

Installation Methods

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Important Notices

• WARNING: Read this instruction manual carefully. Study the illustrations in
this instruction manual before use, and, when installing the car seat. The Child
Safety Seat is a safety product and is only safe when used according to the
instructions.

• WARNING: The correct fitting of the Child Safety Seat is of vital importance for
the safety of your child. See the Installation section and/or the sticker on the
side of the seat.

• WARNING: Ensure that the rigid items and plastic parts of the Child Safety
Seat are so located and installed that they are not liable, during everyday use of
the vehicle, to become trapped by a movable seat or in a door of the vehicle.

• WARNING: Never use the Child Safety Seat rearward facing on a seat
equipped with a front airbag, as this can result in serious injury or death. This
does not apply to so-called "side airbags".

• WARNING: The Child Safety Seat must only be used on a forward facing seat
that is fitted with an automatic 3-point safety belt or ISOFIX points that are
approved according to ECE R16 or other equivalent standards, that comply to
SABS 1080.

• WARNING: The vehicle seat belt holding the restraint to the vehicle should be
tight, the straps restraining your child should be adjusted to your child’s body,
and the straps should not be twisted.

• WARNING: After an accident, the seat may become unsafe due to damage
that is not immediately noticeable. It should therefore be replaced.

• WARNING: No alterations or additions may be made to the Child Safety Seat,
as this could affect part or the overall safety of the seat.

• WARNING: Always cover the Child Safety Seat when the car is parked in the
sun, as plastic and metal parts may become extremely hot and it may be too hot
for the child's skin. The fabric could also unnecessarily discolour.

• WARNING: Never leave your child unattended in the car.

• IMPORTANT: The lap strap should be worn low down, so that the pelvis is
firmly engaged.

• WARNING: Ensure that all luggage and objects likely to cause injury in the
event of an accident are secured properly.

• WARNING: The Child Safety Seat must not be used without the cover. Always
use an original Child Safety Seat cover, as the cover contributes to the safety of
the seat.

• WARNING: For future use of the seat, it is important that you store the
instruction manual in a safe place and close at hand.

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Introduction

Dear parents

Congratulations on the purchase of your Child Safety Seat.

Safety, comfort and user-friendliness have at all times played an important role in
the development of the Child Safety Seats.

This product meets the most stringent safety regulations and has passed the
most stringent compulsary safety testing required by law.

Research shows that a high number of child restraint safety seats are installed
incorrectly. Therefore, please take the time to read through this instruction
manual carefully. Your child’s safety can only be guaranteed if this product is used
according to correct installation following these instructions.

Continuous research by our development team, user tests and consumer
reactions ensure that we are kept fully up-to-date in the field of child safety.
Therefore, if you have any questions concerning the use of the Child Safety Seat,
please do not hesitate to contact us.

Distributor details :

Unimark Distributors CC
P.O. Box 912-1095
Silverton
0127

Tel : [phone]
Fax : [phone]

E-mail : [e-mail]

Web : www.safewaybabies.co.za

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Important Notices

• It is recommended that child safety seats not be used longer than 10 years
after the date of purchase. The product properties may deteriorate due to
ageing of the plastic and/or sunlight, without this being visibly apparent.

• The manufacturer has taken into consideration the fact that car seats may
cause indentations in the car upholstery. This is unavoidable, however, due to
the prescribed safety standards, and because the car seat must be installed
tightly in order to protect your child, the manufacturer is not liable for any
damage that may occur to the car upholstery as a result of this.

• The seat must always be secured with a seat belt or ISOFIX points even when
not in use. An unsecured seat may injure other passengers in the car in the
event of an emergency stop.

• The Child Safety Seat may be used on either the front or the back seat.
However, we recommend that it is fitted on the back seat.

• Always use the seat, even on short journeys, as this is when most accidents
occur.

• Prior to purchase, check to make sure the seat fits properly in your car, consult
the assistant where you are purchasing your Child Safety Seat.

• Tell your child that he/she should never play with the belt buckle.

• The moving parts of the Child Safety Seat should not be lubricated in any way.

• The safety of the seat can only be guaranteed by the manufacturer if it is used
by the original owner.

• We strongly advise that you never use a second-hand product, as you can
never be sure what has happened to it.

• The belt pads are important for the safety of your child, therefore use them at
all times.

• DO NOT use any load bearing contact points other then those described in the
instruction manual and marked on the child restraint i.e. where the vehicle seat
belt touches the child restraint. If in doubt, please contact the manufacturer.

• NOTE: The adult seat belt buckle should be below the highest load bearing
point of the child safety seat. If in doubt, please contact the manufacturer.

• The Child Safety Seat has been approved according to the strictest European
safety standards (ECE R44/04) and is suitable for Group 0 (Birth-10kg) and
Group 1 (9-18kg), Group 2 (15-25kg) & Group 3 (22-36kg).

• WARNING: Do not use the Child Safety Seat forward facing before your child

is 9kg. It is recommended to use the Child Safety Seat rearward facing up to
13kg.

• The mass group and the ISOFIX size class for which this device is intended is

: Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg); D.

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Restraint Features

Head Pillow

Seat Belt Guide

Shoulder Pads

Comfort Pad

Crotch Pad

Harness Adjuster
Buckle

Headrest

Buckle

Rotate Handle

Harness Adjuster Strap

Recline adjuster

ISOFIX Sleeve

Bracket

Headrest Handle

Belt Guide for
Rearward Facing

Top-Tether

Top-Tether Buckle

Metal Yoke

Vehicle Safety Belt
Routing for Group 1

Top-Tether Hook

ISOFIX Connector

ISOFIX Button

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Use of the Child Restraint in the Vehicle

IMPORTANT: The child seat MUST be installed using a 3-Point Seat Belt.
A 2-Point seat belt may not be used.

Please observe the regulations applicable to your particular country.
The safety belt must be approved to ECE R 16 or a comparable standard .

You can use your child car seat as follows:

Use in vehicle:

Rearward facing child seat

Forward facing child seat

Use with 3-point vehicle belt

Use with 2-point vehicle belt

On centre passenger seat with 3-point belt

On passenger seat with active airbag

On sidewards facing passenger seat

On rearward facing passenger seat

Any passenger seat with ISOFIX

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Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

No

No

No

Yes

Adjusting the Height of the Headrest / Harness

1 - Adjust the reclining position of the child seat by pulling the Recline Adjuster

Adjust the height of the Headrest by pulling the Headrest Handle then move
the headrest up or down to suit your childs’ height. The harness straps move
while adjusting the headrest.

Adjust the Shoulder Straps to the correct height for your child.

Rearward Facing Install:

The Shoulder Straps must be inline or just below your childs’ shoulders.

Forward Facing Install:

The Shoulder Straps must be inline or just above your childs’ shoulders.

Pull the headrest handle

Rearward Facing

Forward Facing

Adjusting the Recline Position

underneath the front of the seat and adjust the seat to the required position.

2 - The seat can be adjusted to 4 recline postions. Positions 1,2 & 3 for
Forward facing. Position 4 for Rearward Facing.

1

2

3

4

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Using the ISOFIX System

ISOFIX

CLICK

Optional: Locate the

ISOFIX Anchorage points

and place the ISOFIX

Sleeve Brackets over the

two points.

Ensure that the Indicators

on the Release Button

turn GREEN.

Press the ISOFIX

Connector’s Release

Button and slide the

connectors outwards

as far as possible.

Push the car seat towards

the backrest of the

vehicle.

Connect the ISOFIX

Connectors to the
anchorage points.

Ensure that they

“Click” into place.

Ensure that the car seat

is properly secured by

moving it from side to
side. There should be

minimal movement.

To release the ISOFIX System, push the car seat towards the backrest of the

vehicle, press the Release Buttons then pull the Connectors from the

anchorage points.

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Using the Top Tether System

Ensure that the Top Tether Straps are not twisted.

The Hook opening side should be installed downwards.

There are 2 loops on the strap with
the hook. Choose which loop to use
depending on where your Top Tether
Achorage Point is located.

The Top Tether System is only used when
the child seat is used in a Rearward Facing
Position.

Lift the headrest upwards

and locate the strap’s

metal brackets.

Re-thread the straps

through the correct loop

ensuring that the hook

opening is facing

downwards.

Twist the brackets

sideways and thread

them through the

backrest.

Ensure that the buckle

faces outwards.

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Remove both straps

from the shell.

Thread both straps and

buckles back through

the backrest of the

child seat.

Using the Buckle & Harness System

Press the Red Buckle

Button to unlock the

buckle then seperate

the two tongues.

To lock the buckle, join

the 2 tongue’s together.

To loosen the harness

straps, press the Harness

Adjuster Buckle then pull

the shoulder straps forward.

Do not pull on the Shoulder
Pads as they will not move.

Insert the tongue’s

into the buckle.

Place the harness

straps to the side of

the seat then place

your child into the

car seat.

CLICK

Ensure that they CLICK

into place.

DO NOT use the

buckle with only one

tongue.

To fasten the harness

system around your

child, pull the Harness

Adjuster Strap at the

front of the seat.

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Ensure that the harness

system is nice and

tight over your child.

Removing the 5-Point Harness for Use as Group 2/3

Press the Red Buckle

Button to unlock the

buckle then seperate

the two tongues.

Pull the shoulder straps

forward out of the

shoulder pads.

Loosen the harness straps

by pressing the Harness

Adjuster Buckle then pull

the shoulder straps forward.

Lift up the headrest

flap.

At the back of the seat,

remove the shoulder

straps from the metal

yoke.

Unclip the Shoulder Pads

from the bracket and

remove them.

Remove the Crotch Pad

and push the Buckle

through the cover.

Lift the cover up on all

sides.

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Insert the Buckle into

the provided hole.

Removing the 5-Point Harness for Use as Group 2/3

Reconnect the

shoulder straps to the

metal yoke.

Place the straps against
the backrest of the child

seat.

Place the cover back

over the shell.

Rotating the Child Seat

The child seat can rotate 360 degrees. To rotate the child seat, pull the rotate

handle forwards,

then swivel the seat around to the

required position.

Ensure that the child seat is locked

into place.

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Install Rearward Facing - Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg) - Approximately 4 years

METHOD 1 - ISOFIX & TOP TETHER

Top Tether

Anchorage

Points

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CLICK

Install Rearward Facing - Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg) - Approximately 4 years

METHOD 1 - ISOFIX & TOP TETHER

Rearward Facing

Rotate the child seat to the Rearward

Facing position (See page 12).

Recline the child seat to the most

reclined position - 4 (See page 7).

Install the ISOFIX System (See page 8)

Place the Top Tether Hook over the

anchorage point ensuring that it is

properly connected. Tighten the

strap until the indicator turns Green.

Locate the Top Tether anchorage point

in your vehicle and connect the Top

Tether Hook to it (See page 9).

Ensure that the car seat is properly

secured by moving it from side to

side. There should be minimal

movement.

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Install Rearward Facing - Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg) - Approximately 4 years

METHOD 2 - SEAT BELT INSTALL

Shoulder belt

Lap belt

Rotate the child seat to

the Rearward Facing

position (See page 12).

Recline the child seat to

the most reclined

position - 4 (See page 7).

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Place the child seat in a
rearward facing position

on the vehicle seat.

Pull the vehicle seat belt

out as far as possible.

Thread the diagonal belt

through the Belt Guide.

Unfasten the harness

buckle and remove

the Comfort Pad.

Place the Lap Belt

section of the seat belt

over the child seat.

Replace the comfort pad
and lock the vehicle seat

belt tongue into the buckle.

Pull the vehicle seat belt

in the direction of the

arrows.

CLICK

Pull the diagonal belt upwards as

tight as possible and place the red

lock-off clip over the diagonal belt

close to the vehicle buckle.

This ensures that the lapbelt holds

the child seat nice and secure.

Ensure that the child seat sits nice
and secure in the vehicle by moving
it from side to side. There should be

minimal movement on the seat.

Install Rearward Facing - Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg) - Approximately 4 years

METHOD 2 - SEAT BELT INSTALL

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Install Forward Facing - Group 1 (9 to 18kg) - 1 to approximately 4 years

METHOD 1 - ISOFIX & SEAT BELT INSTALL

Shoulder belt

Lap belt

CLICK

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Forward Facing

Install Forward Facing - Group 1 (9 to 18kg) - 1 to approximately 4 years

METHOD 1 - ISOFIX & SEAT BELT INSTALL

click

Install the ISOFIX

System (See page 8).

Push the child seat

backwards and tighten

the seat belt in the

direction of the arrows.

Thread the vehicle seat
belt through the back of

the child seat.

Optional: Pull the diagonal

belt upwards as tight as

possible and place the red

lock-off clip over the diagonal

Clip the vehicle seat belt

tongue into the buckle.

Ensure it clicks into place.

+

ISOFIX

Ensure that the child seat

is installed with both the

ISOFIX and Vehicle

Seat Belt.

belt close to the vehicle buckle.

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Install Forward Facing - Group 1 (9 to 18kg) - 1 to approximately 4 years

METHOD 2 - SEAT BELT INSTALL

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Shoulder belt

Lap belt

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Install Forward Facing - Group 1 (9 to 18kg) - 1 to approximately 4 years

METHOD 2 - SEAT BELT INSTALL

The Child Seat can be used
Forward Facing in Positions
1, 2 & 3 (See Page 7).
DO NOT use position 4 for
Forward Facing.

Forward Facing

click

Place the child seat

forward facing on the

vehicle seat.

Push the child seat

backwards and tighten

the seat belt in the

direction of the arrows.

Thread the vehicle seat
belt through the back of

the child seat.

Pull the diagonal belt

upwards as tight as

possible and place the red

lock-off clip over the diagonal

belt close to the vehicle buckle.

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Clip the vehicle seat belt

tongue into the buckle.

Ensure it clicks into place.

Ensure that the child seat
is installed nice and tight.

Install Forward Facing - Group 2/3 (15 to 36kg) - 3 to approximately 10 years

METHOD 1 - FIX & SEAT BELT INSTALL

CLICK

Shoulder belt

Lap belt

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Install Forward Facing - Group 2/3 (15 to 36kg) - 3 to approximately 10 years

METHOD 1 - FIX & SEAT BELT INSTALL

Position 1

+

+

ISOFIX

ISOFIX

Recline the child seat to position 1

(See page 7).

NOTE: The child seat can only be

used in booster mode in position 1.

Place your child in the child seat.

Adjust the headrest to the correct

height (See page 7).

Guide the diagonal belt through the

Diagonal Belt Guide of the headrest

and then clip the vehicle seat belt

tongue into the buckle.

Install the ISOFIX system (See page 8).

Pull the vehicle seat belt outwards.

Tension the vehicle seat belt in the

direction of the arrows. Ensure that

the belt is not twisted.

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Install Forward Facing - Group 2/3 (15 to 36kg) - 3 to approximately 10 years

METHOD 2 - SEAT BELT INSTALL

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Shoulder belt

Lap belt

Install Forward Facing - Group 2/3 (15 to 36kg) - 3 to approximately 10 years

METHOD 2 - SEAT BELT INSTALL

Position 1

Recline the child seat to position 1

(See page 7).

NOTE: The child seat can only be

used in booster mode in position 1.

Place your child in the child seat.

Adjust the headrest to the correct

height (See page 7).

Guide the diagonal belt through the

Diagonal Belt Guide of the headrest

and then clip the vehicle seat belt

tongue into the buckle.

Place the child seat on the vehicle

seat.

Pull the vehicle seat belt outwards.

Tension the vehicle seat belt in the

direction of the arrows. Ensure that

the belt is not twisted.

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Removing the Cover / Replacing the Cover

See page 11 -

Removing the 5-Point Harness for Use as Group 2/3

Remove the Head Rest Cover. Remove the Cover.

Replace the Cover. Thread the Shoulder Pad Straps

through the harness slots.

Reconnect the straps to the buckle. Replace the Head Rest Cover.

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Washing Instructions

The cover and belt pads are easily removable and can be washed by hand at a

maximum temperature of 30 C. Do not use a dryer.

The child seat may be cleaned with lukewarm water and a gentle soap. Do not
use abrasive detergents.

Maximum

temperature

of 30 degC.

Never use

chlorine

bleaches

Do not

tumble dry

Do not

wring

Do not

iron

Care for the Harness Buckle

It is vital for the safety of your child that the harness buckle works correctly.
Malfunctions of the harness buckle are usually caused by accumulations of dirt
or foreign bodies.

Malfunctions are as follows:

• The buckle latches are ejected slowly when the red release button is pressed.

• The buckle latches will no longer lock into the buckle (i.e. they are ejected if
you try to push them in).

• The buckle latches engage without an audible “click“.

• The buckle latches are difficult to insert (you feel resistance).

• The buckle only opens if extreme force is applied.

Remedy:

Wash out the harness buckle so that it functions properly again.

Cleaning the harness buckle

1 - Remove the 5-point harness buckle (You do not need the tongues).
2 - Soak the harness buckle in hot water with washing-up liquid for at least an
hour. Then rinse and dry it thoroughly.

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Notices

1. This is a “Universal” child restraint system. It is approved to Regulation
No.44,04 series of amendments, for general use in vehicles and it will fit
most, but not all, car seats.

2. A correct fit is likely if the vehicle manufacturer has declared in the vehicle
handbook that the vehicle is capable of accepting a “Universal” child
restraint for this age group.

3. This child restraint has been classified as “Universal” under more stringent
conditions than those which applied to earlier designs which do not carry
this notice..

4. If in doubt, consult either the child restraint manufacturer or the retailer.

1. This is a “Universal” child restraint system. It is approved to Regulation
No.44,04 series of amendments, for general use in vehicles fitted with
ISOFIX anchorage systems..

2. It will fit vehicles with positions approved as ISOFIX positions (as detailed
in the vehicle handbook).

3. The mass group and the ISOFIX size class for which this device is intended

is : Group 0/1 (Birth to 18kg); D, and Group 1 (9 to 18kg); D.

4. If in doubt, consult either the child restraint manufacturer or the retailer.

This child restraint is classified for "Semi-universal" use and is suitable for
fixing into the seat positions of the following cars:

CAR FRONT REAR

Applicable to vehicles with

ISOFIX anchorages

Outer Centre

Yes No

Yes

Seat positions in other cars may also be suitable to accept this child restraint.

If in doubt, consult either the child restraint manufacturer or the retailer.

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Warranty

• The warranty period starts from the date of purchase and is valid for a period
of 12 months.

• The warranty applies to material and manufacturing defects only.

• The date of purchase can only be determined with an original sales receipt.

• The warranty is only applicable to the original owner and is not transferable.

• The warranty is only applicable to products that have not been adapted by the
user.

• In the case of any defects, the owner is required to return the product to the
retailer. If the retailer cannot solve the problem, they must return the product,
complete with a clear description of the complaint and the original sales
receipt to the manufacturer. An exchange or return cannot be demanded.

• Repairs do not constitute an extension to the warranty term.

• The manufacturer is not liable for any damages other than those on products
supplied.

• No warranty is given if:

- The product is not supplied to the manufacturer complete with the original
sales receipt.

- Defects are caused by improper use or maintenance that is not in accordance
with the instruction in this manual.

- Repairs are carried out by third parties.

- Defects are caused by neglect.

- Damage is determined.

- If there is normal wear and tear of the parts, belts and/or cover, which may be
expected from everyday use.

- There is damage to the car upholstery.

- The stated warranty terms and conditions have not been satisfied.

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Installation Methods

Top Tether
Anchorage

Points

Group

0 / 1

1

Weight

Birth to

18kg

9 to 18kg

Installation

Rearward

Facing

(ISOFIX &

Top Tether)

Forward

Facing
(ISOFIX &
Seat Belt)

Approx. Age

Birth to 4 Years

1 Year to

4 Years

Recline Position

Recline Position 4

Recline Position 1,2 or 3

2 / 3

15 to 36kg

Forward

Facing
(ISOFIX &
Seat Belt)

3 Years to

10 Years

Recline Position 1

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Installation Methods

Group

0 / 1

1

Weight

Birth to

18kg

9 to 18kg

Installation

Rearward

Facing

(Seat Belt)

Forward

Facing

(Seat Belt)

Approx. Age

Birth to 4 Years

1 Year to

4 Years

Recline Position

Recline Position 4

Recline Position 1,2 or 3

2 / 3

15 to 36kg

Forward

Facing

(Seat Belt)

3 Years to

10 Years

Recline Position 1

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