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perform the following procedure . – Except rear center seat : Remove the head restraint .
– Rear center 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 ” FP37
CAUTION
Store the removed head restraint in the trunk . 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 .
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For booster cushion :
Raise the head restraint to the extended position ( center seat ). Do not remove the head restraint .
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2 . 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 .
3 . 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 , use the seatbelt through the belt guide .
4 . Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click . Take care not to twist the seatbelt . Make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child ’ s shoulder and that the lap belt is positioned as low as possible on the child ’ s hips .
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5 . To remove the booster seat / cushion , press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract .
WARNING
. Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed . In an accident , this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child .
. Never place the shoulder belt under the child ’ s arm or behind the child ’ s back . If an accident occurs , this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child .
. The seatbelt should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint . Loose fitting belts are not as
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