Installation : Rear-facing
Lower Universal Anchorage System (LUAS) Installation
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Figure A illustrates a typical rear-facing LUAS
installation.
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Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LUAS
anchors. If LUAS anchors are not available, you
must use vehicle belt installation methods.
1
If stored, remove the LCS strap and connectors from
the storage slots under the cover. See page 29.
2
Press and hold one LCS adjuster release button,
then pull to extend LCS strap to full length.
Repeat for the remaining LCS connector.
3
Thread each LCS connector through the adjacent
rear-facing belt slot (Fig. B).
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The LCS strap must rest behind the child seat buckle
strap.
4
Recline the child seat and place it sideways on
the vehicle seat with the front facing you.
WARNING!
recline position when installed rear-facing. See
Recline Adjustment on page 29.
5
Attach the closest LCS connector to the farthest
LUAS anchor (Fig. C).
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Check that the LCS connector strap is not twisted,
and that the LCS connectors are in an upright
position (Fig. D) to ensure proper installation.
6
Rotate the child seat into the rear-facing
position.
7
Attach the remaining LCS connector to the
adjacent LUAS anchor (Fig. D).
NOTE: It may be necessary to switch the LCS
connectors as shown on page 28 if ANY of the following conditions exist :
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his child seat must be in the
A
Rear-Facing
b
C
Release
Top
Button
D