How to Install ISOFIX Interface in a Car Without One?
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If the car does not have an ISOFIX interface, you can use the LATCH interface for fixation. In fact, a genuine LATCH interface fixation also requires the cooperation of the lower ISOFIX interface. You can install the ISOFIX interface on the rear seats of the car yourself. More relevant information is as follows: 1. Child Safety Seat: Common child safety seat fixation interfaces include ISOFIX, LATCH, and seat belt interfaces. Among them, the ISOFIX interface is a hard connection, while LATCH is a soft connection. Compared to seat belt interfaces, ISOFIX and LATCH are more stable. Most cars are equipped with both ISOFIX and LATCH interfaces. 2. LATCH: Compared to ISOFIX alone, LATCH solves the problem of no top fixation and, due to its non-rigid connection, has more lenient requirements for the anchor point positions of the car seats. To use it, locate the LATCH interface position and secure the hook strap to the car's LATCH interface. The position of the LATCH interface varies depending on the car model. For sedans, it is usually behind the rear seat headrests, while for hatchbacks, it is typically on the back of the rear seats.
I have always been accustomed to securing child seats with seat belts. If the car does not have ISOFIX interfaces, the first step is to choose a child safety seat that supports seat belt installation. These seats have specially designed seat belt channels on the back. When installing, place the seat on the rear seat, thread the vehicle seat belt through the preset red path on the seat, and remember to pull it tightly to ensure the seat belt buckle is completely locked. After installation, try shaking the seat left and right; the movement range should not exceed 2.5 centimeters. My experience is that seats with LOCK-OFF functionality are more stable, as this feature prevents the seat belt from sliding. Finally, remember to regularly check the tightness, as seat belts can gradually loosen over time. In fact, many older car models use this method, and as long as it's done correctly, it is equally safe.
