Radian RFing in 2001 Dodge caravan

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mom of six

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Do you have a split bench or a full bench? You have tether anchors in all positions, correct?

On the split bench you can install RF in either outboard position with or without the angle adjuster. FF in all three positions but you need to know the "forward of the seat bite install" trick. You cannot install RF in the center due to the hinge covers.

On a full bench all three positions either RF or FF but the center RF is a little tricky because the belt buckle is right at the belt path. With the angle adjuster I twist the female buckle stock 2 1/2 times, then I recline the vehicle seat back 2 or 3 clicks, climb onto the radian, bounce and rock while tightening the belt, climb off, then set the seat back to upright. Rock solid.

I have both style of seats in my van and 3 radians if you need me to check anything let me know.
 

froggie919

New member
Thanks. im posting for a friend. the middle row in a bench seat. not 100% sure on the back. i think she has her current seat (evenflo triumph) on one of the outboard sides. i will pass on the information!!
 

skiersnowboarder3

Senior Community Member
I've gotten my radian rfing in all three positions in the third row of my '00 caravan. For the split, I tightened the belt as tight as it would go, unbuckled it, tightened it some more, then buckled it again. Eventually I got it tight enough. You do need to make sure the plastic pieces aren't making it seem tight when it's not. For the outboard seats, the second row seats make it so you can't get an adequate newborn recline. It's fine for older babies or toddlers.
 

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