Maxi-Cosi Emme 360™ All-in-One Convertible Car Seat

Welcome to the Maxi-Cosi Family!

Thank you for choosing this car seat, also known as a child restraint! To help you get started using your child's new car seat, here are the 4 main tasks you'll need to complete:

1. Measure Your Child
2. Adjust Car Seat to Fit Your Child
3. Install Car Seat into Your Vehicle
4. Secure Your Child in Car Seat

Your child's safety is worth the time it will take to read and follow these instructions. Ready? Let's go!

Pages 1-4 will introduce you to the parts of the car seat. The Back Cover of this Manual has our contact information. If at any point you would like assistance, please feel free to reach out to us.

Replacement Parts List

(on select models)

• Buckle Assembly
• Seat Pad Set
• Removable Cup Holder(s)
• Lower Anchor Belt
• Top Tether
• Locking Clip
• Instructions

For parts availability and questions, call, text, or chat. If requested color is not available, similar color will be substituted. Applicable tax and shipping & handling will also be added.

Parts of Car Seat

Main Components:

• Headrest/Harness Adjustment Handle
• Harness Covers*
• Body Pillow*
• Wedge Pillow*
• Toddler Pad*
• Harness Adjustment Strap
• Car Seat Release Handle
• Recline Handle

Harness System:

• Harness Straps
• ClipQuik™ Chest Clip
• Buckle Cover*

Base Components:

• Top Tether Strap
• Tether Door
• Base
• Vehicle Belt Lock Off
• Car Seat Cradle
• Rotation Handle
• Rotation Lock Indicator
• Recline Handle
• Vehicle Belt & LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt Path

Other Features:

• Adjustable Headrest
• Head Pillow*
• In and Out Harness Holders (on select models)
• Removable Cup Holders*
• Harness Release Lever
• Vehicle Belt Tension Indicator
• Instruction Manual Storage (Inside of pocket on backside of headrest pad)
• Buckle
• LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt Storage Location
• LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt (inside of pocket)

*See pages 3-4 for Accessory Use.

Accessory Use

Head Pillow: (on select models) Only For Use in Rear-Facing Mode. To remove, pull fabric tabs from around harness straps.

Wedge Pillow: (on select models) Only For Use in Rear-Facing Mode. To remove, undo buckle and pull through pillow slot, then slide out from behind harness straps.

Body Pillow: (on select models) MUST Use in Rear-Facing Mode and Forward-Facing Mode up to 30 lbs. To remove, slide pillow out from behind harness straps.

Toddler Pad: (on select models) For Use in Rear-Facing Mode or Forward-Facing Mode up to 40 lbs. To remove, undo buckle and fasteners, then pull through slot.

Removable Cup Holder(s): (on select models) For Use in All Modes. Top-rack dishwasher safe. To remove, twist counterclockwise and pull out.

Buckle Cover: (on select models) For Use in Rear-Facing Mode or Forward-Facing Mode. To remove, undo buckle and pull cover off.

Harness Covers: (on select models) For Use in All Modes. Provide comfort to child's neck. To remove, undo harness, pull apart fastening strips, and pull covers off.

Installing Base with Vehicle Belt

WARNING: DO NOT use both LATCH and vehicle belt simultaneously. Always attach, adjust, and secure the tether strap when installing.

Before installing, check if buckle position needs adjustment. See page 21 for Rear-Facing and page 28 for Forward-Facing buckle positions. Buckle position cannot be adjusted after installation.

Review your vehicle owner's manual to determine vehicle belt types and LATCH anchor locations.

1. Place Base in Vehicle Seat: Squeeze rotate handle, swivel seat to face you.
2. Lay Top Tether Strap Over the Vehicle Seat: Install tether strap in steps 7 & 8. Review owner's manual for anchor locations.
3. Open Belt Lock Off: Squeeze lever, pull lock off forward.
4. Weave Vehicle Seat Belt In and Out of Belt Path: Buckle the vehicle belt.
5. Tighten Belt & Gently Remove Slack: Push base down and back towards vehicle seat. Pull belt parallel to belt path.
6. Close Belt Lock Off: Both indicators turn green when properly installed.

Switching vehicle belt to locking mode: Slowly pull shoulder belt out, let it retract 1-2 in. (2.5-5 cm). You should hear a ratcheting sound. Gently pull belt to test lock.

Locate Vehicle Tether Anchors: Locations vary by vehicle. Review owner's manual for anchor locations and belt routing.

Attach and Tighten Top Tether Strap: Ensure Tether Door is flush with base.

FINISHED! Check:

• Tether Installed? (See steps 7 & 8)
• Belt Tension Indicators Completely Green? (If not, see steps 3-6)
• Car Seat Cradle Side-Facing? (If not, squeeze rotation handle)

Refer to pages for specific installation instructions: Rear-Facing (19-23), Forward-Facing (27-29), Booster Seat (42-45).

Flip Car Seat Over: Push down on the front to lock into place.

Installing Base with LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt

WARNING: DO NOT use both LATCH and vehicle belt simultaneously. Always attach, adjust, and secure the tether strap when installing.

Before installing, check if buckle position needs adjustment. See page 21 for Rear-Facing and page 28 for Forward-Facing buckle positions. Buckle position cannot be adjusted after installation.

Review your vehicle owner's manual to determine vehicle belt types and LATCH anchor locations.

1. Place Base in Vehicle Seat: Squeeze rotate handle, swivel seat to face you.
2. Lay Top Tether Strap Over the Vehicle Seat: Install tether strap in steps 6 & 7. Review owner's manual for anchor locations.
3. Take Lower Anchor Belt Out of Storage Location.
4. Vehicle Belt Lock Off MUST BE Closed BEFORE Routing Lower Anchor Belt.
5. Weave Lower Anchor Belt In & Out of Belt Path: Attach lower anchor hooks to the vehicle's lower anchor.
6. Tighten Belt & Gently Remove Slack: Push base down and back towards vehicle seat. Pull belt parallel to belt path. Tension indicators will turn green. Both indicators turn green when LATCH is properly installed.

If the base moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), try pulling the belt tighter, reinstalling the base, changing seating location, or switching to a different install method (vehicle belt).

Locate Vehicle Tether Anchors: Locations vary by vehicle. Review owner's manual for anchor locations and belt routing.

Attach and Tighten Top Tether Strap: Ensure Tether Door is flush with base.

FINISHED! Check:

• Tether Installed? (See steps 6 & 7)
• Belt Tension Indicators Completely Green? (If not, see steps 4 & 5)
• Car Seat Cradle Side-Facing? (If not, squeeze rotation handle)

Refer to pages for specific installation instructions: Rear-Facing (19-23), Forward-Facing (27-29), Booster Seat (42-45).

Flip Car Seat Over: Push down on the front to lock into place.

Choosing Car Seat Mode

WARNING: Measure your child's weight and height (DO NOT guess) before choosing this car seat's mode.

Your child's height, weight, and age determine how the car seat should be placed in the vehicle. Children vary widely in body size, shape, and temperament—please consult your doctor before switching between any modes within the limits and fit requirements of the car seat.

State Laws: Please be certain to follow your state's laws regarding car seat use.

American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations:

• Infants and Toddlers: Should ride in a rear-facing car seat as long as possible, until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their car seat.
• Toddlers and Preschoolers: Once they are facing forward, children should use a forward-facing car seat with a harness for as long as possible, until they reach the height and weight limits for their car seats.
• School-Aged Children: Once they have outgrown their forward-facing car seat, children should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle's lap and shoulder seat belt fits properly. This is often when they have reached at least 4 feet 9 inches in height and are 8 to 12 years old.
• Older Children: All children younger than 13 years should be restrained in the rear seats of vehicles for optimal protection.

Rear-Facing Mode: 5-40 lb (2.3-18 kg) and 19-40 in. (48-101.6 cm). See Rear-Facing Section (PAGE 17) and Rear-Facing Child Fit & Vehicle Install (PAGE 19).

Forward-Facing Mode: 22-65 lb (10.1-29 kg) and 29-49 in. (73.6-125 cm) and at least 1 year old. See Forward-Facing Section (PAGE 24) and Forward-Facing Child Fit & Vehicle Install (PAGE 26).

Booster Seat Mode: 40-100 lb (18.1-45.4 kg) and 43-52 in. (110.1-132.1 cm). See Booster Seat Section (PAGE 35), Storing Harness System (PAGE 37), and Booster Seat Use in Vehicle (PAGE 42).

Rotating & Reclining Car Seat on Base

Squeeze the Rotation Handle on the front of the base to move the seat out of Rear-Facing or Forward-Facing modes. The Rotation Lock Indicator will show the locked symbol when the car seat is locked in place.

WARNING: SIDE-FACING Position ONLY for use when child is being placed into or removed from the car seat.

Side-Facing Position (Towards Parent): To rotate the car seat from Side-Facing for all modes, firmly rotate the seat towards the back or front of the base.

Rear-Facing Mode: Rotation Lock Indicator will show the locked symbol when car seat is locked in place.

Forward-Facing and Booster Seat Mode: The car seat must be fully reclined BEFORE rotating it to Forward-Facing.

Reclining Car Seat: There are 5 Recline positions in Rear-Facing Mode.

• To Recline: Squeeze the recline handle and push the top of the car seat back.
• For More Upright: Squeeze the recline handle and pull the top of the car seat forward.

Rear-Facing Section

WARNING:

• NEVER install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with an active frontal airbag.
• DO NOT use the lower anchors of the LATCH system to attach this child restraint when restraining a child weighing more than 25 lb (11 kg). The vehicle belt MUST be used for installation if your child weighs more than 25 lb (11 kg).
• DO NOT use the lower anchor belt along with the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt.
• DO NOT fasten multiple lower anchor hooks on the same lower anchor bar.
• Check the vehicle belt or lower anchor belt before each use. Use ONLY if the belt can be tightened properly and locked securely.
• Even when unoccupied, this child restraint MUST be firmly secured to the vehicle with the lower anchor belt or with the vehicle seat belt.
• This child restraint MUST ALWAYS face the rear of the vehicle until the child is at least 1 year old and weighs 22 lb (10 kg).

5-40 lb (2.3-18 kg) and 19-40 in. (48-101.6 cm)

Children under 1 year of age MUST ride Rear-Facing. In this car seat, your child can remain Rear-Facing until they outgrow any one of the following:

• Weight Limit: 40 lb (18 kg); OR
• Height Limit: 40 in. (101.6 cm); OR
• Rear-Facing Child Fit requirements, see pages 19-23.

Before installing, check your child's fit in the car seat to avoid redoing the installation.

Rear-Facing Child Fit & Vehicle Install: Page 19

IMPLANTED ELECTRONIC MEDICAL DEVICES: A magnet is used in the chest clip. Keep device away from chest clip and consult doctor if you have an implanted electronic medical device.

Rear-Facing Child Fit & Vehicle Install

WARNING: The car seat is attached to the base via cable wires and should NOT be removed.

1. Put Car Seat in Side-Facing Position on Base: Squeeze Rotate handle, swivel seat to face you.
2. Fully Loosen Harness Straps: Push down on harness release lever while pulling out harness straps.
3. Undo Buckle.
4. Undo Chest Clip: Hold clip, press top and bottom buttons, pull right half apart from left half.
5. Place Child in Car Seat: Use In and Out Harness Holders (on select models) to keep straps out of the way. Child's bottom and back should be flat against the seat.
6. Check Headrest Position: Top of child's head MUST be at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) below the top of the car seat's headrest.
7. Check Harness Strap Position: Harness strap MUST be at or slightly below the shoulders; never above.
8. Check Buckle Position: Use the slot closest to your child. The buckle should not be underneath or behind your child. DO NOT use the 3rd buckle slot in Rear-Facing Mode.
9. Push Car Seat Towards Back of the Base: The car seat must be fully reclined to rotate it Forward-Facing. Rotation Lock Indicator will show the locked symbol when car seat is locked in place.

To secure child: see pages 31-34. To change harness strap height: see page 46. To change buckle position: see pages 47-48. To check harness tightness: see pages 31-34.

Padding: If necessary, place a tightly rolled towel or foam pool noodle under the front of the car seat base to help make the Rear-Facing Level Line parallel with the ground. Check often to ensure padding is in place and belt is tight.

Forward-Facing Section

22-65 lb (10.1-29 kg) and 29-49 in. (73.6-125 cm) and at least 1 year old

Children MUST be at least 1 year of age to ride Forward-Facing. In this car seat, your child can remain harnessed Forward-Facing until they outgrow any one of the following:

• Weight Limit: 65 lb (29 kg); OR
• Height Limit: 49 in. (125 cm); OR
• Forward-Facing Child Fit requirements, see pages 29-30.

Before installing, check your child's fit in the car seat to avoid redoing the installation.

Forward-Facing Child Fit & Vehicle Install: Page 26

Forward-Facing Child Fit & Vehicle Install

WARNING: The car seat is attached to the base via cable wires and should NOT be removed.

1. Put Car Seat in Side-Facing Position on Base: Squeeze Rotate handle, swivel seat to face you.
2. Fully Loosen Harness Straps: Push down on harness release lever while pulling out harness straps.
3. Undo Buckle.
4. Undo Chest Clip: Hold clip, press top and bottom buttons, pull right half apart from left half.
5. Place Child in Car Seat: Use In and Out Harness Holders (on select models) to keep straps out of the way. Child's bottom and back should be flat against the seat.
6. Headrest Position: The tops of your child's ears MUST be below the top of the car seat's headrest.
7. Harness Strap Position: The harness strap MUST be at or slightly above the shoulders; never below.
8. Buckle Position: Use the slot closest to your child. The buckle should not be underneath or behind your child. The buckle can be used in any buckle slot.
9. Push Car Seat towards the Back of the base: The car seat must be fully reclined to rotate it Forward-Facing. Rotation Lock Indicator will show the locked symbol when car seat is locked in place.

FINISHED! Installation methods:

• Lap/Shoulder Belt + Tether (for children up to 65 lb / 29 kg)
• Lap Belt + Tether (for children up to 65 lb / 29 kg)
• LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt + Tether (for children up to 30 lb / 14 kg)

Checklist:

• Headrest Position: Correct? See step 5.
• Harness Strap Position: Correct? See step 6.
• Buckle Position: Correct? See step 7.
• Vehicle Belt Install: See page 5.
• LATCH: Lower Anchor Install: See Page 9.

To secure child: see pages 31-34. To change harness strap height: see page 46. To change buckle position: see pages 47-48. To check harness tightness: see pages 31-34.

Securing Child in Car Seat

WARNING: Do not use this chest clip with children who have an implanted electronic medical device. Consult doctor if you have an implanted electronic device.

1. Place Child in Car Seat: Your child's bottom and back should be flat against the car seat.
2. Buckle Harness: Pull harness straps up to ensure buckle is locked.
3. Fasten Chest Clip: Lay right half over left half; it will snap and lock. Pull gently on each half to ensure it is locked.
4. Tighten Harness: Pull harness adjustment strap straight out to snugly tighten the harness.
5. Position Chest Clip: Pull harness covers down. Place clip on lower part of harness cover, between child and clip, at mid-chest (even with armpits), away from child's neck.
6. Check Harness Tightness: Unfasten harness covers. Pinch harness at shoulders vertically. If fingers slip off, it's tight enough. If you can pinch strap, tighten more. Fasten harness covers.

Troubleshooting:

• Buckle or harness release lever sticks: DO NOT lubricate. Check for debris. Clean with warm water and damp cloth. If harness cannot be adjusted and tightened, DO NOT use the car seat.
• Harness twists: Straighten harness each time. Lock buckle and tighten harness.

WARNING: Failure to fasten and tighten harness correctly can cause serious injury or death. DO NOT mistake comfort for safety; the harness system MUST be snugly adjusted. DO NOT put snowsuits or bulky garments on your child; they can prevent proper harness tightening.

Booster Seat Section

WARNING: DO NOT use the harness system when using as a booster seat. Use ONLY the vehicle's lap and shoulder belt system. DO NOT use only the lap belt. Shoulder belt MUST always be adjusted snugly across the child's chest. NEVER place shoulder belt under the child's arms or behind their back. DO NOT use the lower anchor belt with the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt. DO NOT use this booster seat if the tops of your child's ears are above the top of the booster seat's headrest. This restraint is NOT certified for aircraft use as a booster seat.

40-100 lb (18.1-45.4 kg) and 43-52 in. (110.1-132.1 cm)

In this car seat, your child can remain in a Booster Seat until they outgrow any one of the following:

• Weight Limit: 100 lb (45.4 kg); OR
• Height Limit: 52 in. (132.1 cm); OR
• Booster Seat Use in Vehicle requirements, see pages 42-45.

You MUST store the harness system and remove accessories (except cup holders) when using Booster Seat Mode. To remove accessories, see pages 3-4.

Storing Harness System: Page 37

Booster Seat Use in Vehicle: Page 41

Storing Harness System

1. Fully Loosen Harness Straps.
2. Undo Buckle.
3. Remove Cup Holders: Twist counterclockwise, pull out of slot.
4. Lift Seat Pad from Front of Car Seat.
5. Pull Buckle & Buckle Cover Out of Car Seat: Store for future use.
6. Adjust Headrest to Highest Position.
7. Undo Fasteners on Headrest Pad & Seat Pad.
8. Pull Headrest Pad Off Top of Headrest.
9. Thread Harness Straps into Slots on Sides of Headrest: Place chest clip, harness straps, and buckle tongues behind the bottom of headrest.
10. Tighten Harness: Remove any slack.
11. Wrap Headrest Pad Around Top of Headrest: Attach fasteners on headrest pad and seat pad.

Booster Seat Use in Vehicle

WARNING: The car seat is attached to the base via cable wires and should NOT be removed.

1. Put Booster Seat in Side-Facing Position on Base: Squeeze Rotate handle, swivel seat to face you.
2. Have Child Sit in Booster Seat: The tops of your child's ears should never be above the top of the booster seat's headrest.
3. Car Position: DO NOT use booster seat if child's head is less than 5 in. (12.7 cm) below the roof of the car. Consult vehicle manual for proper seat belt usage.
4. Shoulder Belt Position: Shoulder belt should lay snugly across the center of your child's shoulder and across their chest.
5. Position Lap Belt on Child: Route ONLY the lap belt portion of the vehicle belt through the Booster Seat Belt Path. Lap belt should lay snugly across child's hips, not on stomach.
6. Buckle Vehicle Belt: Pull shoulder belt up to tighten.
7. Position Shoulder Belt on Child: Thread shoulder belt through belt-positioning guide in headrest. Pull shoulder belt up to tighten so it lies snugly across the center of your child's shoulder and across their chest.

FINISHED! Check periodically to ensure child has not moved out of position and shoulder belt is not loosened. Keep booster seat securely belted through the belt-positioning guider even when unoccupied.

Changing Headrest/Harness Height

1. Fully Loosen Harness Straps: Push down on harness release lever while pulling out harness straps.
2. Adjust Headrest/Harness Height: Squeeze adjustment handle lever up. Move headrest up or down to proper height. Release handle to lock. Ensure it is locked securely.

For Rear-Facing Child Fit, see pages 19-21. For Forward-Facing Child Fit, see pages 27-28. To learn how to check harness tightness, see pages 31-34. Check harness straps often for wear or damage.

Changing Buckle Position

WARNING: Failure to place buckle's metal retainer completely through pad and child restraint can result in serious injury or death.

1. Undo Buckle.
2. Remove Cup Holders: Twist counterclockwise, pull out of slot.
3. Lift up Seat Pad.
4. Push Buckle Strap Down & Pull One Side of Buckle Strap to Center: Place buckle strap into desired slot, push other side into buckle slot.
5. Replace Seat Pad Around Bottom & Sides of Seat.
6. Replace Buckle Cover and Check Buckle: Pull buckle up to ensure it is secured. The buckle MUST NOT pull out.

For Rear-Facing Child Fit, see page 19-21. For Forward-Facing Child Fit, see page 27-28. To learn how to check harness tightness, see pages 31-34.

Removing Seat Pad Set

You do not need to remove the harness system to remove the pad. DO NOT fully pull harness strap out of the car seat; leave it threaded in hip harness slots.

1. Adjust Headrest to Highest Position.
2. On Select Models: Undo Fasteners on Headrest Pad.
3. Gently Pull Headrest Pad Off Top of Headrest.
4. Undo Fasteners on Seat Pad.
5. Remove the Cup Holders: Twist counterclockwise, pull out of slot.

Cleaning Parts of Car Seat & Installing Seat Pad Set

Cleaning Pad & Top Harness Cover & Accessories: Top harness cover ONLY can be machine washed. Turn seat pad inside-out before washing. Machine wash separately with cold water on a gentle cycle. DO NOT use bleach. Tumble dry separately for 10-12 minutes on low heat. Remove immediately.

Toddler Pad: Place inside pillow case. DO NOT use bleach. Tumble dry separately for 10-12 minutes on low heat. Remove immediately.

Wedge Pillow & Body Pillow: Remove wedge from pocket on back of pillow before washing.

Cleaning Harness Strap & Bottom Harness Cover: Check harness straps often for wear or damage. Spot clean using warm sudsy water and damp cloth. Spilled food and liquids can lead to mold or bacterial growth.

Cleaning Buckle & Car Seat: Spot clean using warm sudsy water and damp cloth. DO NOT submerge into water.

Installing Seat Pad Set:

1. Lower Headrest to Middle of Car Seat
2. Pull Seat Pad Around Headrest
3. Pull Seat Pad around Sides & Front of Car Seat
4. Adjust Headrest to Highest Position
5. Pull Headrest Pad onto Headrest
6. On Select Models: Attach All Pad Fasteners
7. Replace Cup Holders

WARNING: DO NOT fully pull harness strap out of car seat; leave threaded in hip harness slots. DO NOT use child restraint without seat pad or with damaged harness straps.

LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt

Your vehicle's features may differ from pictured.

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) is a universal system for installing car seats without vehicle seat belts. LATCH can ONLY be used in vehicles with designated lower anchor bars. Most vehicles manufactured after September 2002 have LATCH bars. Check your owner's manual for seating positions.

To Remove Lower Anchor Belt from Vehicle's Lower Anchor Bars:

1. Remove belt tension by pushing down on adjuster side of base.
2. Press adjuster button to loosen belt.
3. Squeeze spring lever on hooks, push hooks back into seat, rotate to side.
4. Pull hooks off vehicle's lower anchor bars.

To Store Lower Anchor Belt: Lower anchor belt MUST be stored in its location when using vehicle belts or when base is not installed. Gather belt and place into storage location.

To Remove Lower Anchor Belt from Storage Location in Base: Pull LATCH: Lower Anchor Belt out of storage location.

WARNING: DO NOT use both the lower anchor belt and vehicle belt at the same time.

Vehicle Belts

Your vehicle's features may differ from pictured.

If LATCH is not an option or if your child weighs more than 25 lb (11 kg) in Rear-Facing Mode or 30 lb (14 kg) in Forward-Facing Mode, you MUST use the vehicle seat belt system.

Not all vehicle belts and seating positions work with car seats. Follow these steps to understand how to lock a car seat with a vehicle belt.

1. You MUST Review Your Vehicle Owner's Manual: Manual will indicate which belts and seating positions are compatible.
2. Check How This Car Seat Will Be Locked Into Place: The vehicle belt MUST NOT loosen after tightening. There must be a way to lock the vehicle belt. This can be done by using the seat belt's retractor (step 3) or latch plate (step 4).
3. Lock Off: When used correctly, this base's Lock Off will lock the vehicle belt.
4. Check Retractor: Retractors pull seat belts into stored positions and lock the belt.

Types of Retractors:

• Switchable Retractor: MUST be switched to locking mode. To switch: Slowly pull shoulder belt all the way out, let it retract 1-2 in. (2.5-5 cm). You should hear a ratcheting sound. Gently pull belt to test lock.
• Automatic Locking Retractor: Always locks. Locks automatically after slowly pulling belt out halfway and letting it retract 1-2 in. (2.5-5 cm).
• Emergency Locking Retractor: Locks only during a sudden stop or collision. Check latch plates (Step 5) to determine if your seat belt's latch plate can lock the belt.

Check Latch Plates: Latch plates go into the buckle. To see if latch plate locks: 1. Buckle Vehicle Belt. 2. Firmly Tug Lap Portion of Seat Belt While Pulling It Up. If belt does not slide through latch plate, it's locked. If latch plate slides up and down belt, it is a sliding latch plate.

i Never Use the Following With This Car Seat: Emergency Locking Retractor Lap Only Belt, Inflatable Seat Belts.

Top Tether

Your vehicle's features may differ from pictured.

When anchors are available, you MUST always attach, adjust, and secure the tether (top anchorage) strap when installing the car seat. Tethers improve installation and stability and reduce injury risk. Attach tether hook to the anchor designated by your vehicle manufacturer. If seating position lacks an anchor, use a different position or consult dealer/mechanic.

Tighten Top Tether Strap Until Tether Door Is Flush With Base As Shown.

WARNING: Using this child restraint without the tether strap anchored as required is misuse and could result in serious injury or death. DO NOT fasten multiple tether hooks on the same tether anchor.

WARNING: NEVER take your child out of the restraint while the vehicle is moving. NEVER leave your child unattended. DO NOT use restraint with damaged or missing parts or cut/frayed/damaged harnesses. DO NOT substitute parts or modify restraint. DO NOT lubricate buckles/fasteners. DO NOT use accessory except those approved by Dorel Juvenile Group. NEVER allow child to play with restraint; it is not a toy. DO NOT remove or cover warning labels. This restraint is certified for passenger vehicles ONLY. DO NOT use in boats, motorcycles, or cargo vans/buses without seat belts or tether anchors. Read all instructions for additional warnings.

Child Restraint Use

WARNING: NEVER place a child rear-facing in a seating position with an active frontal air bag. Consult vehicle owner's manual for air bag/child restraint use. Use child restraint only on forward-facing vehicle seats. DO NOT use on side-facing or rear-facing seats. For vehicles without a back seat, refer to owner's manual.

Children are safer in rear seating positions. Rear seating positions are safer whether you have air bags, advanced air bags, or no air bags.

If unsure where to place car seat: Consult owner's manual; Contact Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer Care; Visit local Child Passenger Inspection Station (https://www.nhtsa.gov/equipment/car-seats-and-booster-seats).

Installation in Vehicle:

To avoid child being seriously burned:

• Park in shade or where sun does not directly hit car seat.
• Cover car seat with sheet/blanket when not in use.
• Check for hot seat/buckles before placing child.

To protect vehicle upholstery:

• Use accessory approved by Dorel Juvenile Group or a single layer towel underneath and behind car seat.

WARNING: Check vehicle belt or lower anchor belt before each use. Use only if belt can be tightened properly and locked securely. Even when unoccupied, child restraint MUST be firmly secured. In a crash or sudden stop, an unsecured restraint could injure occupants.

Replacement & Expiration

WARNING: DO NOT risk your child's safety. Dorel Juvenile Group strongly recommends replacing the car seat even after a minor crash, even if unoccupied.

Replacement After a Minor Crash: According to NHTSA, a crash is minor if ALL are true: vehicle drives away, no damage to nearest door, no passengers injured, no airbags deployed, no visible damage to car seat. If ALL criteria met, replacement may not be needed. If any criteria not met or uncertain, replace immediately.

Replacement After a Moderate to Severe Crash: MUST replace if involved in a moderate to severe crash. Car seat is intended for a single crash. Parts absorb crash energy and can deform/weaken. Damage is not always visible. Damaged car seat MUST be replaced immediately.

Expiration: On the bottom of the car seat, there is a date of manufacture label. DO NOT use this car seat more than 10 years after the date of manufacture.

Registration & Safety Notices

Consumer Registration: Fill in name, address, email. Print (use dark ink).

Example of model number, manufacture date, and line code: AB123CDE, Brand Car Seat, 05/16/2015, L#11 B265035.

If address changes, find model number, manufacture date, and line code on the label on the bottom of the car seat.

Complete and mail the postage-paid registration card for recall notification. Child restraints can be recalled.

Send name, address, email, model number, and manufacturing date to: Dorel Juvenile Group, 2525 State Street, Columbus, IN 47201. Or call 1-800-951-4113 or register at www.djgusa.com/registration/carseat/us.

For recall information, call U.S. Government's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.NHTSA.gov.

If you don't have the card or if your address changes, you will find the model number, manufacture date, and line code on the label located on the bottom of the car seat.

Aircraft Information

This restraint is not certified for aircraft use. This restraint is NOT certified for aircraft use when used as a booster seat because aircraft seats do not have shoulder belts.

Warranty

Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. (DJG) warrants this product to the original retail purchaser against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase. An original receipt is required to validate your warranty. DJG will, at its option, provide replacement parts or replace this product. DJG reserves the right to substitute if the part or model has been discontinued.

To make a claim: Contact Consumer Care Department by phone at 1-800-951-4113; or text us at 1-812-652-2525. Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ET, Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. ET. Proof of purchase required; shipping charges are consumer's responsibility.

Warranty Limitations: Does not include damages from misuse or abuse.

Limitation of Damages: Warranty and remedies are exclusive. DJG or dealer not liable for damages arising from use/inability to use product.

Limitation of warranties and other warranty terms and state law rights: Implied warranties limited to duration of express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranty duration or exclusion of incidental/consequential damages.

This warranty gives specific legal rights, varying by state. No person is authorized to create other warranties, obligations, or liabilities for this product.

Note: Warranty applies only when purchased from an authorized Maxi-Cosi retailer. Products not purchased through authorized retailers may be counterfeit. We cannot support products of unknown origin. We maintain a strong network of authorized retailers for safe products. Fulfillment by a third party does not guarantee purchase from an authorized retailer. Pricing inconsistent with majority of retailers may indicate unauthorized status. Check www.maxicosi.com/us-en/shops.aspx; call 1-800-951-4113; or text 1-812-652-2525 to verify retailer authorization.