Quick answer

Place the mat-thingy on your vehicle seat, thread the LATCH connectors through the slots, and secure the car seat as usual. No special tools or modifications needed.

Why use a seat protector with your Foonf or Fllo

Car seat bases can leave permanent indentations in vehicle upholstery over time. The mat-thingy spreads the load and protects against spills and crumbs. It is crash tested and approved for use with all Clek seats, so it won't interfere with safety.

Step-by-step installation

  1. Prepare the vehicle seat: Clean the vehicle seat surface and ensure the seat belt or LATCH anchors are accessible. Remove any existing padding or accessories that could interfere with the mat. A clean, dry surface helps the mat's non-slip backing grip properly.
  2. Position the mat-thingy: Place the mat on the vehicle seat with the textured side facing up. Align the front edge of the mat with the seat bight (where the seat back and seat pan meet). If the mat is too far forward, the car seat base may not sit flush with the seat bight.
  3. Route LATCH connectors through the slots: If using LATCH, feed each connector strap through the designated slot in the mat. The slots are positioned to align with standard LATCH anchor locations. Do not place the mat on top of the connectors; the straps must pass through the slots to keep the mat flat.
  4. Install the car seat as usual: Place your Foonf or Fllo on top of the mat. Follow the standard installation instructions for your car seat, using either LATCH or the seat belt. Tighten the straps until the seat is secure. The mat should not lift or shift when you tighten the straps. If it does, reposition it and try again.
  5. Check for a tight fit: After installation, grasp the car seat at the belt path and try to move it. The seat should not shift more than 1 inch side to side or front to back. The mat should remain flat and centered under the seat. A loose mat can bunch up and create a tripping hazard or reduce protection. Recheck after a few days of use.

What you need

  • mat-thingy: The Clek mat-thingy is a car seat protector designed, crash tested and approved for use with Clek infant car seats, convertible car seats, and booster seats. You can install it under your Foonf or Fllo without worrying about compromising the seat's safety performance.

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  • mat-thingy: Its non-slip LATCH-compatible design provides protection against spills, compression damage to vehicle seats, and other unwanted mess from children in your back seat. The non-slip backing keeps the mat in place, and the LATCH slots let you route the connectors without removing the mat.