Child Seat - Top Strap Anchor Installation
Bulletin 84-10-7Date Jan. '84
Ref. No. 84-074-10
SUBJECT: DEALER INSTALLED ANCHOR FOR CHILD SEAT WITH A TOP STRAP
MODELS AFFECTED: 1984 BUICKS
FIGURE 3 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR ASSEMBLY INSTALLED - A, B AND G BODIES(2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR STYLES):
NOTE: All hardware discussed in this bulletin should be supplied or available from the child seat manufacturer with the exception of the tubular sleeve (Figure 3) which may be procured locally and is cut from bulk stock. Be sure the child seat position does not conflict with any additional requirements provided by its manufacturer, or with any recommendations in the Child Restraint Section of the Owner's Manual.
The child seat may be used only in a forward facing seating location.
FIGURE 1 - FRONT SEAT INSTALLATION OF CHILD SEAT:
When the child seat is used in the front seat location, or the second seat of a three seat station wagon, it is easily installed by connecting the child seat top strap to the belt at the seating position immediately to the rear (Figure 1). Since the child seat utilized the belt of the seating position directly behind the child seat, occupants should not be allowed to sit at these locations (except for a three seat station wagon).
FIGURE 2 - REAR SEAT FILLER PANEL - A, B AND G BODIES (PLAN VIEW):
FIGURE 3 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR ASSEMBLY INSTALLED - A, B AND G BODIES(2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR STYLES):
FIGURE 4 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR ASSEMBLY INSTALLED - A STATION WAGON(TWO SEAT):
FIGURE 5 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR ASSEMBLY INSTALLED -B STATION WAGON (TWO SEAT):
FIGURE 6 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR INSTALLED - J BODY 2-DOOR(27)AND 4-DOOR (69) STYLES:
FIGURE 7 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR INSTALLED - J BODY STATION WAGONAND HATCHBACK STYLES:
FIGURE 8 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR INSTALLED - D BODY 2-DOOR(37 & 47) AND 4-DOOR (23, 33 & 69) STYLES:
FIGURE 9 - TOP STRAP ANCHOR INSTALLED - E BODY:
If a child seat is to be used in a second seat position, a special anchor must be installed to anchor the child seat top strap. In order to assure the correct top strap angle, the child seat is only to be used at the seating position for which the top strap anchor is installed. The following general instructions explain how to install the anchor for the child seat top strap.. See the figures listed below for the specific body style.
Figures 2 and 3 -- Century, LeSabre and Regal
Figure 4 -- Century Station Wagon
Figure 5 -- Electra Station Wagon
Figure 6 -- Skyhawk
Figure 7 -- Skyhawk Station Wagon
Figure 8 -- Electra 2 & 4 Door
Figure 9 -- Riviera
1. Select the desired rear seat installation position and locate or drill the appropriate mounting hole(s) for the anchor bolt(s) as described in steps listed in the appropriate figures.
NOTE: Refer to the applicable Service Manual section if instructions are required to remove the rear seat filler panel.
If the hole penetrates to the exterior of the vehicle, apply a sealant between the anchor bolt washer and the sheet metal to prevent carbon monoxide from entering the vehicle. Suitable sealers include silicone, butyl or acrylic type caulking.
In the event that the child seat anchorage assembly is removed, all bolt holes penetrating to the exterior of the vehicle must be resealed to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle.
2. Install the top strap anchor assembly as shown and tighten nut securely.
3. Install the child seat and secure with child seat belt according to manufacturers' instructions.