Toyota RAV4: Installing child restraints - Safety information - Before driving - Toyota RAV4 Owner's ManualToyota RAV4: Installing child restraints

Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the outside rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system.

Second outside seats: Child

Second outside seats: Child restraint LATCH anchors
LATCH anchors are provided for the rear outside seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.)

Seat belts equipped with a

Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mechanism (ALR/ELR belts except driver’s seat belt)

Second outside seats: Anchor

Second outside seats: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap)
Anchor brackets are provided for the second outside seats.

Second center seat: Anchor

Second center seat: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap)
An anchor bracket is provided for the second center seat.

    Types of child restraint
    Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing - Infant seat/convertible seat Forward facing - Convertible seat Boost ...

    Installation with LATCH system (second outside seats only)
    Fold the seatback while pulling the lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the 1st lock position (most upright position). Adjust the seatback to the 7th lock position. 1st lock position ...

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    Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area or on a Roof Rack
    Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the cargo area, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible. Tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during ...