Britax Advantage and Locking Clip

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rocksrnj

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Britax Advantage and Locking Clip

The seatbelts in my car have a tag that states a locking clip MUST be used when using it with a child safety seat. Does anyone know if it is ok to use this type of seatbelt with a Britax Advantage car seat? No where in the manual of the Advantage car seat is there any mention of a locking clip and one was not included with the seat. Every other car seat I have used in the past included a locking clip and explained its usage in the manual. So I am wondering if maybe this seat won't work with my car. The Advantage what they call a "Lock off" but it doesn't seem to hold the belt tight like a locking clip does.

Thank you
 
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Caviller

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It is OK

The built-in lock offs provided on some Britax and Fisher Price seats do the function of a standard locking clip. When so equipped, carseats do not need to include a separate one. So, using the built-in lockoffs should be acceptable in your vehicle when used properly.

The function of the lockoffs or locking clip is to keep the carseat positioned properly before a crash; making sure it doesn't become significantly loose. During a crash, the seatbelt will lock automatically inside the retractor, and that is what restrains the carseat.

If your lockoffs slip a lot in normal use, you should contact Britax for their suggestions.
 

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