MA tether/angle question...

[sophiesmom]

Just installed DD's new MA tonight... Can anyone tell me where to tether (rear facing) in a 2005 Honda Oddy? I have her behind the driver's seat.

Also, can anyone remind me how to judge the 45 degree angle. I know there is a paper trick but I forget!

As usual, another MA installed quickly and solid! woo hoo!

[erzzie]

I have an 06 Ody, but maybe the same spot will work for you? I tethered my daughter's seat to the stalk of the driver's seatbelt. You won't be able to adjust the forward/backward position of the driver's chair though, so keep that in mind when you choose the position.

The 45 degree angle paper trick is here, method 2:
http://www.carseatsite.com/reclineangle.htm

Hope that helps!

[sophiesmom]

Thanks... for a 7 month old, can the angle be a little higher?

Only problem w/ not adjusting the seat is that DH needs to change the seat when he drives, which isn't often though.. ???

[erzzie]

Yes, you can have the seat more upright if your child is older. The 45 degree angle is for floppy newborn heads :)

If you need to adjust the seat, you just have to make sure you readjust the tether on the MA afterward.