Britax MARATHON 70 - Manual (Page 3)

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Safety Information .......................................................................................2
Warnings ...............................................................................................................2
Important Notes ....................................................................................................4
Certification ...........................................................................................................5
Registration ...........................................................................................................5
Important Child Seat Usage Information ............................................................6
Vehicle Compatibility ..................................................................................8
Compatible Vehicle Seat Belts ............................................................................8
Incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts ..........................................................................12
Vehicle Seating Positions .....................................................................................13
Child Seat Features .....................................................................................14
Child Seat Functions ...................................................................................16
Harness Height Adjustment.................................................................................16
Adjusting Buckle Position ....................................................................................17
Fastening the Buckle ...........................................................................................18
Releasing the Buckle ...........................................................................................18
Using the Chest Clip ...........................................................................................18
Using the Lock-Offs ..............................................................................................19
Infant Body Pillow .................................................................................................19
Recline Positions ..................................................................................................20
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) ..................................22
Using the Lower Connectors ...............................................................................23
Using the Versa-Tether
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Rear-Facing Installation ..............................................................................28
LATCH Installation ................................................................................................28
Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation ..............................................................................32
Lap Belt Installation ..............................................................................................36
Forward-Facing Installation ........................................................................40
LATCH Installation ................................................................................................40
Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation ..............................................................................44
Lap Belt Installation ..............................................................................................48
Aircraft Installation ......................................................................................52
Securing Your Child ....................................................................................53
Care and Maintenance ................................................................................56
Tips and Troubleshooting ...........................................................................65
Warranty .......................................................................................................66
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