Quick Answer
Installing the G5+ Infant Insert Replacement Kit is straightforward: position the insert in the car seat, route the harness straps correctly, and secure the chest clip. Follow the steps below to avoid common mistakes.
When to Use the Infant Insert
The G5+ Infant Insert is designed for newborns to improve the harness fit by providing extra support. Use it from birth until your baby no longer needs the added positioning. The insert is easy to remove when no longer needed.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A frequent error is routing the harness straps over the insert instead of through the designated slots. This can reduce the harness's effectiveness. Another mistake is leaving the insert in place after your baby outgrows it, which may cause the harness to sit incorrectly.
Installation Steps
- Step 1: Remove the Old Insert: Unbuckle the harness and lift the old insert out of the car seat. Make sure the harness straps are free and not twisted. Check that the harness straps are not twisted before proceeding.
- Step 2: Position the New Insert: Place the G5+ Infant Insert Replacement Kit into the car seat, aligning it with the seat contour. The insert should sit flat against the seat back and bottom. Ensure the insert is centered and not bunched up at the sides.
- Step 3: Route the Harness Straps: Pull the harness straps through the slots in the insert. The straps should pass over the insert, not under it. Make sure the straps lie flat and are not twisted. Common mistake: routing straps under the insert reduces harness effectiveness.
- Step 4: Buckle and Adjust: Place your baby in the seat, buckle the harness, and adjust the straps so they are snug against your baby's shoulders and chest. The chest clip should be at armpit level. The harness should be snug enough that you cannot pinch excess webbing at the shoulder.
- Step 5: Final Check: Double-check that the insert is securely in place, the harness is correctly routed, and the chest clip is positioned correctly. Give the harness a gentle tug to ensure it is locked. If the harness moves more than an inch, tighten it.
Product Facts
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G5+ Infant Insert Replacement Kit: Included with purchase of G5+ Infant Car Seat. For newborns, use the Infant Insert to improve the harness fit. Easy to securely put in place and remove when no longer needed. This means you already have the insert if you bought the car seat, but the replacement kit lets you swap it out when the original wears or needs a refresh.
G5+ Infant Insert Replacement Kit
