09/02/2026
Alix walks through what to check on any car seat, whether you just bought it or it has been in the garage a while:
- Most seats install two ways, with the lower anchors, that strap that clicks onto the metal bars in your vehicle, or with your regular seat belt.
- Lower anchors have a weight limit. On the seat in this video it is 35 pounds. Once your child passes the limit printed on your seat, it is time to move to a seat belt install.
- A seat belt install is safe at any weight. So if your vehicle's anchors do not line up with your seat, just use the seat belt.
Your manual is always the final word, since limits vary by brand. Not sure about your install or when to turn the seat around? Ask us or visit safekidsnebraska.org.
You can also visit an in-person car seat check to ensure your child is safely secured. Schedule an appointment by calling us at (402) 917-6944!