Child Car Seat Installation

 

We usually have a certified child car seat installer available at Station 1, 1970 Plainfield Rd, La Grange Highlands, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

We strongly recommend that you call us, 708-352-9229, before you stop by to ensure that somebody is on-duty that can assist you.

In the event we do not have anyone available to help you install your car seat, here is a link that may help you find someone nearby that can help.

 

 

Child safety seat requirements in Illinois are:               

Children under the age of 8 must be in an appropriate car seat.

The parent or legal guardian of a child under the age of 8 years old is responsible for providing a child seat to anyone who transports his or her child.

Children ages 8 to 16 must be secured in a properly adjusted seat belt.

 

 

Infants
	Birth to at least 1 year and at least 20 pounds: Rear-facing infant seat or convertible seat used rear-facing.
	Less than 1 year and 20-35 pounds: Rear-facing convertible seat - select one recommended for heavier infants.
Never use in a front seat where an airbag is present.        Tightly install child seat in back seat, facing the rear.        Child seat should recline at approximately a 45 degree angle.        Harness straps/slots at or below shoulder level.        Harness straps snug on child; harness clip at armpit level.

 

Preschoolers/Toddlers
	1 to 4 years and at least 20 pounds up to approximately 40 pounds:: Convertible seat used forward-facing, forward-facing only seat or high-back booster with internal harness.
Tightly install child seat in rear seat, facing forward.        Harness straps/slots at or above shoulder level.        Harness straps snug on child; harness clip at armpit level.

 

Young Children
	4 to 8 years; approximately 40-80 pounds and under 4 ft, 9 in. (57in.) tall: Belt-positioning booster seat (no back) or high back, belt-positioning booster.
Belt-positioning booster seats are always used with a vehicle's lap belt and shoulder belts. Never use with lap-only belts.        Booster seats should be used with adult lap and shoulder belts in the back seat.        Belt should rest snugly across the chest, rests on shoulder; belt should NEVER be placed under the arm or behind the back.        Lap-belt should rest low across the lap/upper thigh area - not across the stomach.