Can you use ISOFIX car seat without ISOFIX?

While Isofix is a simpler method of installation because of the in-built indicators, not all cars are Isofix compatible so you won’t be able to use the Isofix method in cars that don’t have Isofix fittings.

What does no rethread harness mean?

No-rethread harness adjusters allow you to adjust the straps without having to unhook and reroute the harness. A common method is either squeezing a lever or pulling on a hook, which then raises both the headrest and harness straps.

How do you adjust the straps on a toddler car seat?

Slide the chest clip as far down as possible, then use the harness adjuster strap at the front of the shell to tighten the harness—pull on the strap to tighten. The harness is tight enough when you can’t pinch any webbing between your fingers at the child’s shoulder.

How do you put a harness back on a Halfords car seat?

Pass the belt behind the comfort insert and harnesses towards the buckle side of the vehicle. Pass the seatbelt back over the red guide towards the buckle and click the seatbelt into the buckle. Check that the seatbelt hasn’t twisted and is still routed correctly and smoothly as it passes through the child seat.

What can I use if I don’t have ISOFIX?

If your car is not Isofix compatible, you will still be able to install your car seat using the seat belt installation method. The seat belt method is a universal method for installing car seats into any car.

What is the difference between ISOFIX and non ISOFIX?

The difference between ISOfix and non ISOfix is the fitting system for the car seat and the car. If the car seat is non-ISOfix it would be fitted with a car seat belt, if it uses ISOfix it would be clicked onto the car’s ISOfix anchorage points.

What’s the difference between ISOFIX and non ISOFIX?

Is no-rethread harness better?

You need to tighten the harness every time you travel, and a no-rethread harness can make this more difficult because of the longer route the straps take through the harness system. A no-rethread harness system often adds weight to the car seat because of the added adjustment mechanisms.

How important is a no-rethread harness?

No-Rethread Harness: As your baby grows, you’ll need to adjust your seat’s shoulder straps to accommodate the correct fit. A no-rethread harness means you’ll be able to move the straps up and down without having to manually reroute them through the back of the seat.

When should I adjust car seat straps?

When the straps come so far below the shoulders that they slip off, you need to raise them to the next slot level. Note that many convertible seats have 3 slots for shoulder straps–the lowest two for rear-facing and the top one for forward-facing only.