When installed using LATCH the seat is extremely loose, even when pulled as tight as can be. Is this normal?
1368983
Somewhat. You should be able to pull the straps tight and basically the seat belt will hold it tighter once child is in.
1368984
Mine is pretty tight but I think its mostly just to keep the seat from flying around when the kid isn't in it.
326770
I think it is very easy and yes they stay snug. At first I had to feel around under the little flap that covers the hole but once I felt where the button is I realized I could push down on it effortlessly for the release of the straps. It will not be something children can reach to push themselves. So tightening is simply pulling the strap between their legs and that is easy. Excess strap tucks under the edge of the seat easily so they can't grab it and tighten it on themselves accidentally. Releasing it is just as easy but you will need to be familiar with the button position. I hope this helps. I think it is very easy and yes they stay snug. At first I had to feel around under the little flap that covers the hole but once I felt where the button is I realized I could push down on it effortlessly for the release of the straps. It will not be something children can reach to push themselves. So tightening is simply pulling the strap between their legs and that is easy. Excess strap tucks under the edge of the seat easily so they can't grab it and tighten it on themselves accidentally. Releasing it is just as easy but you will need to be familiar with the button position. I hope this... » Read More I think it is very easy and yes they stay snug. At first I had to feel around under the little flap that covers the hole but once I felt where the button is I realized I could push down on it effortlessly for the release of the straps. It will not be something children can reach to push themselves. So tightening is simply pulling the strap between their legs and that is easy. Excess strap tucks under the edge of the seat easily so they can't grab it and tighten it on themselves accidentally. Releasing it is just as easy but you will need to be familiar with the button position. I hope this helps. « Show Less
553051
I haven't had this problem. My daughter buckles in and if it's too loose we just pull the step straight out towards the front seats and it tightens appropriately.
1952646
There should be lever/bolt tightener assembly directly under the seat. Pull the lever out, rotate the lever and attached bolt counter clockwise, adjust seat up or down to your requirements, then reverse the procedure to tighten it up. It shouldn't require any tools. Very similar to the front axle (quick removal theoretically) assembly.
269961
I have purchased and installed 2 of these seats and have not had this problem. Once it is opened all the way, it should not close until you nudge it down. Was it installed too close to the tank?
1316846
I asked my daughter and she says that the latch seems strong with pretty rough play from her 4 year old so not sure if yours is defective. Those toys are usually very well made so may be worth a return to see. Hope this helps.
2017650
I had the same problem - the latch release is hidden - top of the seat under that flap but not right under it - more towards the middle of the seat. The bottom lever is actually for the recline. See the diagram in the manual for clarification of the release.
311391
I had this problem and discussed it below. Hated it and wanted to return the seat! But it turns out that the nuts were upside down. It doesn't seem as though this will make any difference, but the smaller side of the nut centers the bolt and makes the latch connection work.
1118017
The screws on the side of the seat must be screwed in tighter...there's a screw on the left and the right, use the wrench that you received in the package.
1843610
Turn the locking handle 1 Turn at a time clockwise and latch it in tell it is snug, do not over tighten! If that wont work send it in, They will fix the problem....
1817533
Does your latch snap into place if you pop the cover down? I have to pop cover down and finagle the latch to secure it, otherwise cover will pop back up and not latch.
1182520
I had no problem snapping the seat and the lid on mine. I just pulled them off and put it back on with no problem. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
1817531
No. It took me two tries (15 mins) to adjust and it was fine. Latch was very secure. I did this in the summer weather. Now in the colder weather I adjusted the tension tighter and it is fine and the latch is very secure.
1196793
We found the lid to be hard to get in place in order to latch. We had to bend the lid just a little to allow the latch to catch. Using the same logic you may nee to slightly bend the lid cover to get a more firm latch.
1313244
It's not as easy as some other seats I've used, with only one tensioner, and simple spring latches. It's definitely more difficult to remove, because there is no easy way to release the tension in the latch harness once it's snugged down.
2132137
Mine tightened just fine. I'm thinking that that's a manufacturer's default.
76149
Mine is very tight, no worries about it being knocked loose. If your comes out too easily you may have a defective unit.