Vehicle Systems and Airbags Flashcards

A vehicle head restraint pushes a forward-facing car seat away from the seat back. What should the technician do first?

Answer: Consult the vehicle owner's manual about adjusting or removing the head restraint

The vehicle manual explains whether the head restraint can be adjusted or removed for car seat installation.

A vehicle's rear seat has inflatable seat belts. What must a technician check before installing a car seat with that belt?

Answer: Both the vehicle and car seat manuals for compatibility

Some car seats prohibit use with inflatable seat belts, so both manuals must be checked.

When using a backless booster, how high should the vehicle seat back or head restraint reach?

Answer: At least to the top of the child's ears

Without a high back, the vehicle must provide head support at least to the top of the child's ears to protect against whiplash.

Vehicle seat belt anchors that are positioned forward of the seat bight may cause what problem?

Answer: It may be difficult to get a tight car seat installation

Forward-mounted belt anchors can let the car seat shift, making a secure installation harder to achieve.

Which resource is the primary authority on which vehicle seating positions may be used for a car seat?

Answer: The vehicle owner's manual

The vehicle owner's manual identifies approved seating positions, anchor locations, and belt systems for car seats.

In many pickup trucks with rear seats, how is a top tether typically attached?

Answer: Routed through a webbing loop behind the vehicle seat and attached as the vehicle manual directs

Many pickups use fabric tether loops behind the seat back, with routing instructions in the vehicle manual.

Which vehicle seating position is generally recommended for children ages 12 and under?

Answer: Back seat

The back seat keeps children away from frontal airbags and is generally the safest place for them.