ClickTight Installation - Convertible Car Seats

This article does not replace the user guide. Always refer to your user guide for instructions and warnings.

Ever since Britax launched in Europe in the 1960s, the brand has become synonymous with safety and innovation. We continually work to design car seats and strollers that will help keep little ones safe and secure while also making everyday life a little more convenient for caregivers. Among our many safety innovations is our ClickTight installation system, which stands as a testament to our dedication to child safety and peace of mind for caregivers.

Britax offers infant car seats, convertible car seats, all-in-one seats, and harness-2-booster seats that feature ClickTight installation. Let’s take a closer look at our ClickTight convertible car seats to see how this innovative system makes installation seamless and easy.

Why Choose ClickTight?

Simple, Secure Installation: Proper car seat installation is crucial to keeping children safe on the road. Unfortunately, nearly half of all car seats are installed incorrectly. That’s why we engineered the easy-to-use ClickTight installation system. This technology is a seat belt tensioner and lock off in one, which helps simplify the installation process for caregivers.

LATCH Limitations: Many convertible car seats now accommodate higher weight capacities, aligning with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that children should remain in a forward-facing car seat with a harness for as long as possible. However, vehicle anchor points have weight limits when used with LATCH installation systems (lower anchors and tethers for children). ClickTight circumvents the limitations of LATCH systems by giving you the option to easily install the car seat using the vehicle seat belt.

ClickTight Convertible Car Seat Installation Overview

The Britax Poplar™ and Poplar S convertible car seats both feature the ClickTight system. You can use ClickTight and the vehicle seat belt to install these seats in rear-facing and forward-facing mode.

The ClickTight system is seamlessly integrated into the lower seating area of the car seat, featuring a set of release buttons that unlock the front panel when squeezed to give you access to the belt path. The ClickTight system is designed to make installation simple with three easy steps, outlined below.

Remember to always consult your user guide for complete installation instructions, warnings, and recommendations.

For Rear-Facing Setup:

1. Open: Squeeze the ClickTight release buttons to open the compartment.

2. Secure: Thread the vehicle seat belt through the designated rear-facing belt path and buckle, ensuring that the belt is not twisted. Remove slack from the lap part and then the shoulder part of the belt.

3. Lock: Close the compartment until you hear a click. Ensure that the gray ClickTight release buttons are visible.

For Forward-Facing Setup:

Forward-facing installation with the vehicle seat belt and ClickTight is very similar to rear-facing installation. The main difference is that you must thread the belt through the forward-facing belt path. Britax ClickTight convertible car seats are conveniently designed with color-coded belt paths, making it easy to identify the correct path for each mode.

Britax also strongly advises the use of the top tether in forward-facing mode for additional stability. *Compatibility may vary across vehicles; consult the user guides for detailed instructions.

Learn More Through Our Instructional Videos

For a more in-depth understanding and visual guidance on the ClickTight installation system, we invite you to watch our instructional videos. These resources are designed to walk you through each step, helping to ensure you feel fully confident installing your Britax ClickTight convertible car seat.

At Britax, we're committed to protecting what matters most, and this includes offering peace of mind to parents. The ClickTight installation system is a reflection of our commitment to providing reliable, innovative solutions that help protect your precious cargo on every journey. As you embrace the ease and assurance of ClickTight, make every ride with your family a safe adventure.