Subaru Outback Manuals 2024 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 79

Child Restraint Systems 71
Booster cushion
WARNING
Before installing a booster seat / cushion , be sure to confirm that the seatback is securely locked into place . Otherwise , in an accident , serious injury or death could result .
1 . Adjust the head restraint as follows .
For booster seat :
Raise the head restraint to the extended position . If the booster seat still makes contact , remove the head restraint . For details , refer to “ Head Restraint Adjustment ” FP45 .
CAUTION
Store the head restraint that has been removed in the trunk ( Legacy ) or cargo area ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness ). Do not place the head restraint in the passenger compartment to prevent it from being thrown around in the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn .
For booster cushion :
Raise the head restraint to the extended position . Do not remove the head restraint .
2 . For Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness models , adjust the seatback to the upright position .
3 . Place the booster seat / cushion in the rear seating position and sit the child on it . The child should sit well back on the booster seat / cushion .
4 . If there is a gap between the booster seat / cushion and the seatback , adjust the seatback angle until good contact is achieved .
5 . Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat / cushion and the child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer . For booster seat / cushion with a belt guide ,
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