Carseat in the Liberty

[Jeepman]

I have put a carseat in my libby for our newborn (rear facing) and I am wondering what others have done in this situation. I have installed it properly according to the manual for both the carseat and the Jeep. My question is placement, because I installed behind the passenger seat and I have seen others in the middle of the seat in their SUV's. I don't which is best, but I do know that a rear facing carseat takes up so much room that no one can sit in the front passenger seat due to leg room issues cause the seat is jacked up so far.

Just polling and getting some opinions.

 

[Cableguy]

We've got ours in the middle seat. Seems to fit better and dosen't affect the front seat position as much.

That and the thought of the side curtain airbag popping out on my kid creeps me out. Even though it probally wouldn't touch them.

But i'm crazy!

 

[Jeepman]

We've got ours in the middle seat. Seems to fit better and dosen't affect the front seat position as much.

That and the thought of the side curtain airbag popping out on my kid creeps me out. Even though it probally wouldn't touch them.

But i'm crazy!

Did you just use one of the LATCH anchors from each side of the seat or what?

 

[2003KJ]

If you're not sure, take the Jeep to your local police or fire department. Both departments are trained in proper car seat location and installations, and they will be more than happy to take a look at it for you and correct it if needed, FOR FREE.

Around here, the local police department holds a car seat installation day every couple of months or so. All you have to do is bring them your vehicle and car seat, and they will properly install it.

 

[kjpilot]

they say the middle is safest, but it's not alway practical. Are you using the bucket style seat? Your kid will probably out grow that in 5-7 months, & you'll go to the convertable type. It takes a little less space. We put ours behind the passenger seat, & whoever sat there just had to chew his knees for a bit. One year & 20 pounds, then you get to turn it around...Happiest day of the year!

 

[R.Rabbit]

when my boys were young enough to still sit in one we had the fwd facing behind the driver seat so the passenger could reach between the seats and handle any baby needs that required attention without having to stop.