If you’ve ever tried to remove a Graco car seat base latch yourself, you know that it’s not the easiest thing in the world. After all, the latch is designed to be tough and difficult to open. In this tutorial, we will show you a simple but effective way to remove a Graco car seat base latch without any hassle. By following our steps, you’ll be able to do it in no time at all.
What is the Graco Car Seat Base Latch?
The Graco Car Seat Base Latch is a safety feature on some of the company’s car seats. The latch prevents the car seat from moving from its base and can become stuck in position. If the latch becomes stuck, you can use a screwdriver to pry it open.
How to remove the Graco Car Seat Base Latch
When your child outgrows their Graco car seat, it’s time to remove the base latch. This is a simple process that takes just a few minutes. Here’s how to do it:
1. Remove both of the clips that secure the latches in place (see picture). You may need to use a small flathead screwdriver to pry them off since they are slightly recessed.
2. If the latches still don’t come off easily, try using a fishing line or thin wire to pull on one side while gently pulling on the other side downwards until they release (see video below). Be sure not to twist the latch too much as this can damage it.
3. Once the latches are free, you can lift up and remove the car seat base (see pictures).
What to do if the Graco Car Seat Base Latch does not release
If the Graco Car Seat Base Latch does not release, follow these instructions:
1. Make sure all straps are tight and the car seat is in a level position.
2. Remove the two screws that hold the clamp in place (one on each side of the base).
3. Gently pull on the clamp until it releases from the base (the releasing action should be gentle – do not yank on it!). If it still does not release, repeat steps 2-4 until it does.
4. Once the clamp has released from the base, remove it by hand and check that both screws have been removed (they should be positioned behind the clamp).
Conclusion
Have you ever tried to remove the Graco car seat base latch but had no luck? This may be because the latch has a key that needs to be turned in order to release it. If this is the case, follow these steps to get it unlocked: 1) Open the car door as far as possible so that there’s enough space for your hand to fit inside. 2) Look for and locate the keyhole on the side of the base. 3) Insert a thin object like a screwdriver into one end of the keyhole and turn it until you hear a click. (If you can’t find or access the keyhole, use a mirror to view from behind.) 4) Turn the key around until it clicks in place again at the other end. 5) Now you can pull up on both ends of the latch to unhook it from its mountings