Glossary
2-Point Seat Belt:Arestraint system with two attachment points. (Also
called a “lap belt.”)
3-Point Seat Belt:Aseat belt with both a lap and a shoulder portion, hav-
ing three attachment points (one shoulder, two hips).
Airbag:Apassive (idle) restraint system that automatically deploys during a
crash to act as a cushion for the occupant. It creates a broad surface on
which to spread the forces of the crash, to reduce head and chest injury. It is
considered “supplementary” to the lap/shoulder belts because it enhances
the protection the belt system offers in frontal crashes.Also known as SRS -
supplemental restraint system; SIR - supplemental inflatable restraint; SIPS -
side impact protection system; IC - inflatable curtain; SIAB - side impact
airbag.
Belt-Positioning Booster: (also called a “Booster Seat”)Aplatform that
raises the child (provides a taller sitting height) so adult lap and shoulder
belts fit better; some have high backs as well. NEVER use with a lap belt
only across the child.
Belt Routings: The manufacturer's required place where the safety belt
passes around or through the child restraint. Belt routings are indicated in
red on this child restraint.
Belt-Shortening Clip or Heavy Duty Locking Clip:Aheavy duty
locking clip intended for use to shorten lap belts which have emergency lock-
ing retractors (ELRs) for use with a child restraint. Not to be confused with a
standard locking clip. Heavy duty locking clips can only be obtained through
a vehicle manufacturer.
Car Seat: Common term for a specially designed device that secures a
child in a motor vehicle, meets federal safety standards, and increases child
safety in a crash. (Also called a “child restraint system” or “child safety seat.”)
Child Restraint System: Common term for a specially designed device
that secures a child in a motor vehicle, meets federal safety standards, and
increases child safety in a crash. (Also called a “Car Seat.”)
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213: Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard that pertains to all restraint systems intended
for use as crash protection in vehicles for children up to 50 pounds. FMVSS
213 is required for child restraints sold in the USA.
Head Restraint: Structure at the top of the backrest which is designed to
keep the child’s head in the proper position and provide protection for the
child’s head during a crash.
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