Diono Monterey XT Fix Expandable High back Booster Car Seat with Expandable Height and Width, Group 2/3 (4 to 12 Years Approx, 15-36 kg), Black

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The manual indicates that, for ease of use, the lower anchors should be attached to the vehicle anchor points with the open end of the hooks facing up. This storage pouch could eliminate those possibilities, but it was a little difficult to get the booklet in and out. She needed the shoulder belt guide to help with her vehicle seat belt fit, but with it the belt fits her very nicely in this 2007 Honda Odyssey captain’s chair. Read along as we find hidden gems, pack as much holiday time in as possible, while working a 9-5 and find amazing and unusual experiences. The lower anchor connectors are upside down compared to the lower anchor connectors on most other car seats.

The Diono Monterey XT, however, is a dream come true for kids who may not fit into smaller seats and for kids who prefer a more padded booster seat. All of these great features have been combined with SafePlus engineering, with the Monterey 5iST FixSafe subjected to a combination of the most rigorous crash tests; front, rear, and side impacts, and rollover test to ensure the safest seat possible. Hubby put the seat in and discovered the best way to fit it, is to ensure both the isofix links are attached prior to pulling in the straps. This booster comes with deep, aluminum reinforced sidewalls that provide excellent side impact protection and the energy absorbing EPS foam surrounds your child for ultimate safety.

It is easy to feed the vehicle seat belt into the guide, but it’s narrow enough that the seat belt does not twist in the guide or slide out on its own, all while allowing the seat belt to freely retract when unbuckled. When youre on the move or need to switch between vehicles, the FixSafe connectors offer a simple way to secure the booster to the vehicle latch system, for a safe and convenient installation every time. I liked that it was so simple to put together, with intuitive ISOFAST fixings, and it was easy to transport, too. As a fixed-position booster, integrated ISOFAST connectors and a front adjuster allow for a safe and secure installation in seconds (ISOFAST use is optional) so don't worry if you don't have ISOFIX points in your vehicle for the ISOFAST connectors to attach to, the 3-point seat belt in your vehicle does the work and the ISOFAST is only used for extra stability and to keep the seat secure in the car. She enjoys having more leg room and being able to use the tray that folds down from the back of her Dad’s car seat too, which is helpful for long journeys, and not something she could use in her previous car seat as there wasn’t enough space for her legs.

Manufacturer warranties and service options may not be valid or available outside of the United States. I found that if I put the bottom seat portion flat on the ground right side up, then lined up the backrest hooks and connected them to the seat, it was easy to raise the seat back portion and the seat was assembled. Superior safety features, ultimate comfort and multiple awards mean this seat will be loved by parents and children alike. Simply attach the lower anchors to the vehicle anchors and remove the slack in the straps by pulling on both of the adjuster tails at the front of the booster seat. We have widened the Monterey 4DXT into the widest mode, and here we have adjusted the back to the tallest position to show how much room this model has to grow.The adjuster is quite smooth which makes adjusting the booster between children a quick and easy process. Ultimate Child Comfort - The seat base has been designed with increased depth for leg support and angled to prevent children from slipping. The Monterey 4DXT almost seems to almost overwhelm her slender, lipsticked, angelic frame, but she fits nicely in the booster and claims it is very cushy. Founded in 1999, Diono is an American child travel company that makes car seats, pushchairs, carriers and travel cots. You’re going to make many children (and their caregivers) quite happy because of your tall and wide high back booster mode, and plush cover that comes in many different colors.

The backless portion of the seat falls off when the back is lifted, which is a bit of a pain (even though the back re-attaches quite easily). We have been using the diono Monterey XT Fix Booster Car Seat for travel around our local area over the last few months and it’s been a comfortable seat for my seven year old son. That was until diono got in contact and asked if we would like to try out their Monterey XT Fix car seat. The vehicle seat belt is low across his hips, and the shoulder belt crosses right at his collarbone. Overall we have been really impressed with this seat and Georgie absolutely adores her “big girl seat” with it’s arm rests and cup holders.

Keeping children safe on your travels is really important, especially if they’re passengers in your car. The places to feed the belt through are bright red and stand out from the seat, so it’s really easy to safely strap in your child. If the vehicle head restraint pushes the booster forward, the Monterey is incompatible with that particular vehicle.

Install the monterey® 2XT booster securely and in seconds thanks to integrated LATCH connectors and front adjusters, the monterey® 2XT can also be used as a backless booster and packs flat for travel and storage. This seat uses your car seatbelt to secure your child (and the seat) into place, with easy to use guide slots for the belt. Make the seat back wider by rotating the adjuster clockwise or narrower by rotating counter-clockwise.The Monterey XT requires a vehicle headrest behind it, and the booster needs to be flush against the vehicle seat back.