Fits Mico Nxt, Mico AP,
Mico 30, Mico Max 30
Infant Car Seats
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE.
Read all instructions
before using
this base.
4.11.18 4358-7395
WARNINGS:
Failure to follow the warnings
on the labels and in the instruction manual can
result in serious injury or death to your child.
Rear-Facing Use .....................................................1
Parts of the Base ....................................................2
Removing and Installing Child Restraint to Base ..........3
Adjusting the Base ..................................................4
Installation in Vehicle ...............................................5
Vehicle Seating Position ...........................................5
Choosing Lower Anchor Belt or Vehicle Belts ............7
Knowing Your Vehicle Belts ......................................9
Lower Anchor Belt Installation ........................14
Vehicle Belt Installation ..................................20
Using a Locking Clip ...............................................25
Dorel Juvenile Group Information .............................28
Registration and Safety Notices ...............................29
Warranty ...............................................................30
Replacement Parts List ...........................................32
Rear-Facing Use .....................................................1
Parts of the Base ....................................................2
Removing and Installing Child Restraint to Base ..........3
Adjusting the Base ..................................................4
Installation in Vehicle ...............................................5
Vehicle Seating Position ...........................................5
Choosing Lower Anchor Belt or Vehicle Belts ............7
Knowing Your Vehicle Belts ......................................9
Lower Anchor Belt Installation ........................14
Vehicle Belt Installation ..................................20
Using a Locking Clip ...............................................25
Dorel Juvenile Group Information .............................28
Registration and Safety Notices ...............................29
Warranty ...............................................................30
Replacement Parts List ...........................................32
Lower Anchor
Belt Install
Page 14
Vehicle Belt
Install
Page 20
Base
Install
Your child’s height, weight, and age determine how your
child restraint should be placed in the vehicle.
Children up to 1 year of age must ride rear facing.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that
children should remain rear facing until they are at least 2
years old. Please talk to your doctor about the best option
for your child.
This base and compatible child restraint must always
be used rear facing.
WARNING: Verify your child’s weight and height
(do not guess) before using your child restraint.
A. Base Belt Path
Openings
B. Lock Bars
C. Base Adjustment
Handle
D. Lower Anchor
Belt Storage
(under edge of
base)
C.
A.
D.
D.
B.
You MUST follow the weight and height ranges
called out in the instruction manual that came
with your compatible child restraint.
If your child does not meet the criteria in the
child restraint manual, do not use this base.
Lower Anchor
Belt Install
Page 14
Vehicle Belt
Install
Page 20
Base
Install
Your child’s height, weight, and age determine how your
child restraint should be placed in the vehicle.
Children up to 1 year of age must ride rear facing.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that
children should remain rear facing until they are at least 2
years old. Please talk to your doctor about the best option
for your child.
This base and compatible child restraint must always
be used rear facing.
WARNING: Verify your child’s weight and height
(do not guess) before using your child restraint.
A. Base Belt Path
Openings
B. Lock Bars
C. Base Adjustment
Handle
D. Lower Anchor
Belt Storage
(under edge of
base)
C.
A.
D.
D.
B.
You MUST follow the weight and height ranges
called out in the instruction manual that came
with your compatible child restraint.
If your child does not meet the criteria in the
child restraint manual, do not use this base.
To Attach Child
Restraint to Base
Align the slots on the side of
child restraint with the lock
bars in the base.
Push down firmly on the carry
handle and front of the child
restraint to lock it to the base.
You will hear a “click” when it
is locked.
Pull up on front two corners of
child restraint by infant’s feet
to make sure it is locked to the
base.
To Remove Child
Restraint from Base
From the back of the child
restraint, slide the base
release handle up and lift the
child restraint out of the base.
To Adjust the Base
The base has multiple
positions.
From the back of the
base, pull out on the base
recline handle and lift or
lower front of base.
To Attach Child
Restraint to Base
Align the slots on the side of
child restraint with the lock
bars in the base.
Push down firmly on the carry
handle and front of the child
restraint to lock it to the base.
You will hear a “click” when it
is locked.
Pull up on front two corners of
child restraint by infant’s feet
to make sure it is locked to the
base.
To Remove Child
Restraint from Base
From the back of the child
restraint, slide the base
release handle up and lift the
child restraint out of the base.
To Adjust the Base
The base has multiple
positions.
From the back of the
base, pull out on the base
recline handle and lift or
lower front of base.
Check the vehicle belt or lower anchor belt before each
use. Use only if the belt is tightened properly and locked
securely in place.
This base should be securely belted in the vehicle even
when not in use. In a crash or sudden stop, an unse-
cured base or child restraint could injure occupants.
Do not use a base or child restraint that has been in a
crash. You must get a new base or child restraint.
On the top of the base there is a date of manufacture
label. Do not use this base more than 8 years after the
date of manufacture.
Never place a child rear facing in a seating
position with an active frontal air bag.
Check the vehicle owner’s manual for more
information about air bag/child restraint use.
Use the child restraint only on
vehicle seats that face forward.
Do not use on seats that face the sides
or rear of the vehicle.
For vehicles without a back seat,
refer to your vehicle owner’s manual.
If you are not sure where to place the child
restraint in your vehicle, consult your vehicle owner’s manu-
al, contact Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer Care Department,
or visit your local Child Passenger Inspection Station. Go to
http://www.safercar.gov/cpsApp/cps/index.htm to find your
closest station.
Children are safer when properly restrained in rear
seating positions than in the
front seating positions.
According to National
Highway Traffi c Safety
Administration information, children in rear seating po-
sitions are statistically safer, whether you have air bags,
advanced air bags, or no air bags at all.
To avoid your child being seriously burned, take the
following precautions:
1. Park in the shade or where sun does not directly hit the
child restraint.
2. Cover the child restraint with a sheet or blanket when not
in use.
3. Check for hot seat and buckles before placing child in
child restraint.
To help protect your vehicle seat’s upholstery from damage,
use a single layer towel underneath and behind the base.
Check the vehicle belt or lower anchor belt before each
use. Use only if the belt is tightened properly and locked
securely in place.
This base should be securely belted in the vehicle even
when not in use. In a crash or sudden stop, an unse-
cured base or child restraint could injure occupants.
Do not use a base or child restraint that has been in a
crash. You must get a new base or child restraint.
On the top of the base there is a date of manufacture
label. Do not use this base more than 8 years after the
date of manufacture.
Never place a child rear facing in a seating
position with an active frontal air bag.
Check the vehicle owner’s manual for more
information about air bag/child restraint use.
Use the child restraint only on
vehicle seats that face forward.
Do not use on seats that face the sides
or rear of the vehicle.
For vehicles without a back seat,
refer to your vehicle owner’s manual.
If you are not sure where to place the child
restraint in your vehicle, consult your vehicle owner’s manu-
al, contact Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer Care Department,
or visit your local Child Passenger Inspection Station. Go to
http://www.safercar.gov/cpsApp/cps/index.htm to find your
closest station.
Children are safer when properly restrained in rear
seating positions than in the
front seating positions.
According to National
Highway Traffi c Safety
Administration information, children in rear seating po-
sitions are statistically safer, whether you have air bags,
advanced air bags, or no air bags at all.
To avoid your child being seriously burned, take the
following precautions:
1. Park in the shade or where sun does not directly hit the
child restraint.
2. Cover the child restraint with a sheet or blanket when not
in use.
3. Check for hot seat and buckles before placing child in
child restraint.
To help protect your vehicle seat’s upholstery from damage,
use a single layer towel underneath and behind the base.
The LATCH System
The lower anchors of LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) is a universal system for installing child restraints
without using vehicle seat belts.
The lower anchor system can ONLY be used in vehicles that
have the lower anchor bars installed in designated LATCH
seating positions. Most vehicles manufactured after Sep-
tember 2002 are equipped with lower anchor bars. Check
your vehicle owner’s manual to see which seating positions
may be equipped with the LATCH system.
When installing with vehicle belts, the lower anchor
belt MUST be properly stored. Storing Lower Anchor
Belt: Attach connectors to attachments on base as shown.
Gently pull free end of belt to remove slack.
Lower Anchor
Bars
Lower Anchor Connectors
Adjuster
Storage
Lower Anchor Belt
Vehicle Belts
If lower anchors are not an option, you must use the
vehicle seat belt system to install the child restraint.
There are some vehicle belts that will not work with a
child restraint or will require special attention. Check
your vehicle owner’s manual for specific instructions.
WARNINGS: When used correctly the lower
anchor belt or vehicle belts are equally safe.
Do not use both the lower anchor belt and vehicle
belt at the same time.
Seat
Bight
Your vehicle’s features may be considerably
different than those pictured here.
The LATCH System
The lower anchors of LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) is a universal system for installing child restraints
without using vehicle seat belts.
The lower anchor system can ONLY be used in vehicles that
have the lower anchor bars installed in designated LATCH
seating positions. Most vehicles manufactured after Sep-
tember 2002 are equipped with lower anchor bars. Check
your vehicle owner’s manual to see which seating positions
may be equipped with the LATCH system.
When installing with vehicle belts, the lower anchor
belt MUST be properly stored. Storing Lower Anchor
Belt: Attach connectors to attachments on base as shown.
Gently pull free end of belt to remove slack.
Lower Anchor
Bars
Lower Anchor Connectors
Adjuster
Storage
Lower Anchor Belt
Vehicle Belts
If lower anchors are not an option, you must use the
vehicle seat belt system to install the child restraint.
There are some vehicle belts that will not work with a
child restraint or will require special attention. Check
your vehicle owner’s manual for specific instructions.
WARNINGS: When used correctly the lower
anchor belt or vehicle belts are equally safe.
Do not use both the lower anchor belt and vehicle
belt at the same time.
Seat
Bight
Your vehicle’s features may be considerably
different than those pictured here.
continued on next page
1. You MUST Review Your
Vehicle Owner’s Manual
Your vehicle owner’s manual
will let you know what vehicle
belts and seating positions child
restraints can be installed in.
2. Determine How the Base
Will Be Locked Into Place
The vehicle belt MUST NOT
loosen after tightening.
This means there needs to be a
way to lock the vehicle belt.
3. Check the Retractor
Retractors pull seat belts into
stored positions and lock the
belt to hold passengers in place.
A retractor is most likely how
you will be locking a child
restraint or base into place.
See below and the next page for some common types
of vehicle belt retractors that will work with this base.
The ways this can be done are:
• By using the seat belt’s retractor; or
• By using the seat belt’s latch plate.
Not all vehicle belts and seating positions will
work with child restraints or bases. Please follow
the following steps to understand how to lock a
child restraint and base with a vehicle belt.
Switchable Retractor
(most vehicles have this type)
This retractor can be switched to a locking mode.
You MUST have the retractor in the locking mode to
use the seat belt with this base.
Switching to locking mode: Slowly pull the shoul-
der belt all the way out, then let it go back in an inch
or two. As it goes back in, you will most likely hear a
ratcheting sound.
Gently pull the belt to see if it has locked. You will
not be able to pull any more belt out if the lock has
engaged.
Types of Retractors
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1. You MUST Review Your
Vehicle Owner’s Manual
Your vehicle owner’s manual
will let you know what vehicle
belts and seating positions child
restraints can be installed in.
2. Determine How the Base
Will Be Locked Into Place
The vehicle belt MUST NOT
loosen after tightening.
This means there needs to be a
way to lock the vehicle belt.
3. Check the Retractor
Retractors pull seat belts into
stored positions and lock the
belt to hold passengers in place.
A retractor is most likely how
you will be locking a child
restraint or base into place.
See below and the next page for some common types
of vehicle belt retractors that will work with this base.
The ways this can be done are:
• By using the seat belt’s retractor; or
• By using the seat belt’s latch plate.
Not all vehicle belts and seating positions will
work with child restraints or bases. Please follow
the following steps to understand how to lock a
child restraint and base with a vehicle belt.
Switchable Retractor
(most vehicles have this type)
This retractor can be switched to a locking mode.
You MUST have the retractor in the locking mode to
use the seat belt with this base.
Switching to locking mode: Slowly pull the shoul-
der belt all the way out, then let it go back in an inch
or two. As it goes back in, you will most likely hear a
ratcheting sound.
Gently pull the belt to see if it has locked. You will
not be able to pull any more belt out if the lock has
engaged.
Types of Retractors
Automatic Locking Retractor
Emergency Locking
Retractor
This retractor always locks.
It will automatically lock after slowly pulling the seat
belt out at least halfway and letting the belt go back
into the retractor an inch or two.
If the retractor does not lock, it is most likely an Emer-
gency Locking Retractor. These retractors only lock
during a sudden stop or collision.
You will need to determine if your seat belt’s latch plate
can lock the belt. See Step 4, “Check the Latch Plates,”
below and on the next page.
See Step 4, “Check the
Latch Plates”.
Locking Latch
Plate
Emergency Lock-
ing Retractor with
a Sliding Latch
Plate
4. Check the Latch Plates
Latch plates are the part of
the seat belt that goes into the
buckle.
Grasp the tongue of the latch
plate (the part that goes inside
the buckle) and pull straight out,
in line with the lap belt.
Emergency Locking Retractor
Lap Only Belt
Infl atable Seat Belts
Never Use With This Base
If the latch plate does not
slide up and down the
vehicle belt, it is a locking
latch plate.
If the latch plate slides up
and down the vehicle belt,
it is a sliding latch plate.
Sliding latch plates easily
slip between the lap and
shoulder portions of the
belt.
If you have an Emergency
Locking Retractor with a
Sliding Latch Plate, you
MUST use a locking clip to
install the base. See pages
25-27.
Automatic Locking Retractor
Emergency Locking
Retractor
This retractor always locks.
It will automatically lock after slowly pulling the seat
belt out at least halfway and letting the belt go back
into the retractor an inch or two.
If the retractor does not lock, it is most likely an Emer-
gency Locking Retractor. These retractors only lock
during a sudden stop or collision.
You will need to determine if your seat belt’s latch plate
can lock the belt. See Step 4, “Check the Latch Plates,”
below and on the next page.
See Step 4, “Check the
Latch Plates”.
Locking Latch
Plate
Emergency Lock-
ing Retractor with
a Sliding Latch
Plate
4. Check the Latch Plates
Latch plates are the part of
the seat belt that goes into the
buckle.
Grasp the tongue of the latch
plate (the part that goes inside
the buckle) and pull straight out,
in line with the lap belt.
Emergency Locking Retractor
Lap Only Belt
Infl atable Seat Belts
Never Use With This Base
If the latch plate does not
slide up and down the
vehicle belt, it is a locking
latch plate.
If the latch plate slides up
and down the vehicle belt,
it is a sliding latch plate.
Sliding latch plates easily
slip between the lap and
shoulder portions of the
belt.
If you have an Emergency
Locking Retractor with a
Sliding Latch Plate, you
MUST use a locking clip to
install the base. See pages
25-27.
WARNINGS:
Never place a child rear
facing in a seating position with an active
frontal airbag. This can result in serious
injury or death.
This child restraint MUST always face the rear of the
vehicle.
Lower Anchor
Belt
Lap/Shoulder
Belt
Lap Belt
Level-to-Ground
Line Location 1
Level-to-Ground
Line Location 2
OR
Depending on your Mico car seat model,
the level-to-ground line can be in one of two places.
WARNINGS: Do not use the lower anchor
belt along with the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder
belt.
Check the lower anchor belt before each use.
Use only if the belt can be tightened properly
and securely.
Do not fasten multiple lower anchor
connectors on the same lower anchor bar in
the vehicle.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in
serious injury or death.
continued on next page
WARNINGS:
Never place a child rear
facing in a seating position with an active
frontal airbag. This can result in serious
injury or death.
This child restraint MUST always face the rear of the
vehicle.
Lower Anchor
Belt
Lap/Shoulder
Belt
Lap Belt
Level-to-Ground
Line Location 1
Level-to-Ground
Line Location 2
OR
Depending on your Mico car seat model,
the level-to-ground line can be in one of two places.
WARNINGS: Do not use the lower anchor
belt along with the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder
belt.
Check the lower anchor belt before each use.
Use only if the belt can be tightened properly
and securely.
Do not fasten multiple lower anchor
connectors on the same lower anchor bar in
the vehicle.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in
serious injury or death.
continued on next page
2. Route Lower Anchor
Belt Through Base Belt
Path
Adjuster MUST be on the
right side of the base as
shown.
Do not twist belt.
3. Place Base in Vehicle
Rear Facing
Center the base between
the vehicle anchors in the
chosen seating position.
4. Attach Lower Anchor
Connector to Vehicle’s
Lower Anchor
Review your vehicle owner’s
manual for lower anchor
locations and lower anchor
belt use.
Make sure arrows on
connectors are facing up.
Fasten one lower anchor
belt connector to the anchor
located in the vehicle seat
bight. Repeat for other side
of base.
1. Remove Lower Anchor
Belt from Storage
Location
Unhook lower anchor
connectors from base by
pressing the red release
button on each connector.
5. Tighten Belt
Firmly push down and
towards the vehicle seat
back while pulling free end
of belt to tighten.
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2. Route Lower Anchor
Belt Through Base Belt
Path
Adjuster MUST be on the
right side of the base as
shown.
Do not twist belt.
3. Place Base in Vehicle
Rear Facing
Center the base between
the vehicle anchors in the
chosen seating position.
4. Attach Lower Anchor
Connector to Vehicle’s
Lower Anchor
Review your vehicle owner’s
manual for lower anchor
locations and lower anchor
belt use.
Make sure arrows on
connectors are facing up.
Fasten one lower anchor
belt connector to the anchor
located in the vehicle seat
bight. Repeat for other side
of base.
1. Remove Lower Anchor
Belt from Storage
Location
Unhook lower anchor
connectors from base by
pressing the red release
button on each connector.
5. Tighten Belt
Firmly push down and
towards the vehicle seat
back while pulling free end
of belt to tighten.
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6. Check Belt Tightness
Hold the base at the belt
path with your weakest
hand.
Push and pull from side to
side. It should not move
more than 1 in. (2.5 cm).
7. With Child Secured in
Child Restraint, Attach
Child Restraint to Base
Pull up on front two corners
of child restraint by child’s
feet to make sure it is locked
to the base.
Carry handle MUST be
upright AND locked when
carrying and when
installed in the vehicle.
WARNING:
Failure to securely attach child
restraint to base can result in serious injury or
death.
8. Check Level Line
Depending on your Mico
car seat model, the level-
to-ground line can be in
one of two places.
Repeat steps 3-8 if level
line is not parallel with the
ground.
Adjust the base if needed.
See page 4 on how to
use the base adjustment.
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), you can try:
A. Pulling the belt tighter.
B. Reinstalling the base.
C. Changing to a different seating location.
D. Switching to vehicle belt installation.
OR
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6. Check Belt Tightness
Hold the base at the belt
path with your weakest
hand.
Push and pull from side to
side. It should not move
more than 1 in. (2.5 cm).
7. With Child Secured in
Child Restraint, Attach
Child Restraint to Base
Pull up on front two corners
of child restraint by child’s
feet to make sure it is locked
to the base.
Carry handle MUST be
upright AND locked when
carrying and when
installed in the vehicle.
WARNING:
Failure to securely attach child
restraint to base can result in serious injury or
death.
8. Check Level Line
Depending on your Mico
car seat model, the level-
to-ground line can be in
one of two places.
Repeat steps 3-8 if level
line is not parallel with the
ground.
Adjust the base if needed.
See page 4 on how to
use the base adjustment.
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), you can try:
A. Pulling the belt tighter.
B. Reinstalling the base.
C. Changing to a different seating location.
D. Switching to vehicle belt installation.
OR
To Release Lower Anchor
Belt
Remove lower anchor belt
from vehicle anchors by
pressing the red release but-
ton on each connector. Then
pull it out of the vehicle seat.
Store lower anchor belt
when not in use.
See page 7.
WARNINGS: Do not use the
lower anchor belt along with the
vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt.
Secure the lower anchor connectors to
storage attachments as shown when
installing with vehicle belts.
Check the vehicle belt before each use. Use
only if the belt can be tightened properly and
locked securely in place.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in
serious injury or death.
continued on next page
You may need to place a large
rolled towel(s) or foam pool
noodle(s) under front of child
restraint to help make level line
parallel with the ground.
Check often to be sure pad-
ding is still in place and the
belt is tight.
To Release Lower Anchor
Belt
Remove lower anchor belt
from vehicle anchors by
pressing the red release but-
ton on each connector. Then
pull it out of the vehicle seat.
Store lower anchor belt
when not in use.
See page 7.
WARNINGS: Do not use the
lower anchor belt along with the
vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt.
Secure the lower anchor connectors to
storage attachments as shown when
installing with vehicle belts.
Check the vehicle belt before each use. Use
only if the belt can be tightened properly and
locked securely in place.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in
serious injury or death.
continued on next page
You may need to place a large
rolled towel(s) or foam pool
noodle(s) under front of child
restraint to help make level line
parallel with the ground.
Check often to be sure pad-
ding is still in place and the
belt is tight.
3. Route Vehicle Lap or
Lap/Shoulder Belt
Through Base Belt Path
Buckle vehicle belt.
4. Tighten Belt
Firmly push down and
towards the vehicle seat
back while pulling shoulder
belt or free end of lap belt
to tighten.
2. Check if Your Vehicle
Belts Will Work With
This Base
This is very important
because not all vehicle
belts will work with child
restraints or bases.
Review pages 9-12 and your vehicle owner’s manual
to determine what kind of vehicle belt you have and
how to lock a child restraint/base in place.
1. Place Base in Vehicle
Rear Facing
Center the base in the
chosen seating position.
5. Check Belt Tightness
Hold the base at the belt
path with your weakest
hand.
Push and pull from side to
side. It should not move
more than 1 in. (2.5 cm).
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), you can try:
A. Pulling the belt tighter.
B. Reinstalling the base.
C. Changing to a different seating location.
D. Switching to the lower anchor belt installation if
lower anchors are available in your vehicle.
continued on next page
3. Route Vehicle Lap or
Lap/Shoulder Belt
Through Base Belt Path
Buckle vehicle belt.
4. Tighten Belt
Firmly push down and
towards the vehicle seat
back while pulling shoulder
belt or free end of lap belt
to tighten.
2. Check if Your Vehicle
Belts Will Work With
This Base
This is very important
because not all vehicle
belts will work with child
restraints or bases.
Review pages 9-12 and your vehicle owner’s manual
to determine what kind of vehicle belt you have and
how to lock a child restraint/base in place.
1. Place Base in Vehicle
Rear Facing
Center the base in the
chosen seating position.
5. Check Belt Tightness
Hold the base at the belt
path with your weakest
hand.
Push and pull from side to
side. It should not move
more than 1 in. (2.5 cm).
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), you can try:
A. Pulling the belt tighter.
B. Reinstalling the base.
C. Changing to a different seating location.
D. Switching to the lower anchor belt installation if
lower anchors are available in your vehicle.
continued on next page
7. Check Level Line
Depending on your Mico
car seat model, the level-
to-ground line can be in
one of two places.
Repeat steps 1-7 if level
line is not parallel with the
ground.
Adjust the base if needed.
See page 4 on how to use
the base adjustment.
You may need to place a
large rolled towel(s) or foam
pool noodle(s) under front
of child restraint to help
make level line parallel with
the ground.
Check often to be sure
padding is still in place and
the belt is tight.
6. With Child Secured in
Child Restraint, Attach
Child Restraint to Base
Pull up on front two corners
of child restraint by child’s
feet to make sure it is
locked to the base.
WARNING:
Failure to securely attach child
restraint to base can result in serious injury or
death.
Carry handle MUST be
upright AND locked when
carrying and when
installed in the vehicle.
OR
7. Check Level Line
Depending on your Mico
car seat model, the level-
to-ground line can be in
one of two places.
Repeat steps 1-7 if level
line is not parallel with the
ground.
Adjust the base if needed.
See page 4 on how to use
the base adjustment.
You may need to place a
large rolled towel(s) or foam
pool noodle(s) under front
of child restraint to help
make level line parallel with
the ground.
Check often to be sure
padding is still in place and
the belt is tight.
6. With Child Secured in
Child Restraint, Attach
Child Restraint to Base
Pull up on front two corners
of child restraint by child’s
feet to make sure it is
locked to the base.
WARNING:
Failure to securely attach child
restraint to base can result in serious injury or
death.
Carry handle MUST be
upright AND locked when
carrying and when
installed in the vehicle.
OR
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You will rarely need to use a locking clip except in some
older vehicles. Built in child restraint locking systems have
been required in vehicles since 1996, and many vehicles
had these features even earlier.
Review pages 9-12 and your vehicle owner’s manual to
determine if your vehicle belts require a locking clip. If you
need a locking clip immediately, they are likely available at
an auto dealership, an auto store, or where you purchased
this base.
You can call us at 1-800-951-4113 or text us at 1-812-
652-2525 for one.
A locking clip will not fix all types of seat belt problems. You
MUST have a lap and shoulder belt to use a locking clip.
Follow pages 20-22 Warnings and Steps 1-4 before
starting locking clip installation.
1. Determine Locking Clip
Location
Grasp both vehicle belts
together just behind the latch
plate to mark the position for
locking clip.
Unbuckle the belt.
NOTE: If the latch plate ends up just at the belt path opening
so you cannot grasp the vehicle belt at the latch plate, grasp
the vehicle belts on the opposite side of the base, as close
to the latch plate as possible.
1
i
n.
(2.5
c
m)
2. Attach Locking Clip
Thread both portions of the
vehicle belt onto the locking
clip, as close to the latch
plate as possible.
3. Position Locking Clip
Position locking clip about
1 in. (2.5 cm) from vehicle
belt’s latch plate.
4. Rebuckle Vehicle Belt
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You will rarely need to use a locking clip except in some
older vehicles. Built in child restraint locking systems have
been required in vehicles since 1996, and many vehicles
had these features even earlier.
Review pages 9-12 and your vehicle owner’s manual to
determine if your vehicle belts require a locking clip. If you
need a locking clip immediately, they are likely available at
an auto dealership, an auto store, or where you purchased
this base.
You can call us at 1-800-951-4113 or text us at 1-812-
652-2525 for one.
A locking clip will not fix all types of seat belt problems. You
MUST have a lap and shoulder belt to use a locking clip.
Follow pages 20-22 Warnings and Steps 1-4 before
starting locking clip installation.
1. Determine Locking Clip
Location
Grasp both vehicle belts
together just behind the latch
plate to mark the position for
locking clip.
Unbuckle the belt.
NOTE: If the latch plate ends up just at the belt path opening
so you cannot grasp the vehicle belt at the latch plate, grasp
the vehicle belts on the opposite side of the base, as close
to the latch plate as possible.
1
i
n.
(2.5
c
m)
2. Attach Locking Clip
Thread both portions of the
vehicle belt onto the locking
clip, as close to the latch
plate as possible.
3. Position Locking Clip
Position locking clip about
1 in. (2.5 cm) from vehicle
belt’s latch plate.
4. Rebuckle Vehicle Belt
5. Check Belt Tightness
Hold base at the belt path with
your weakest hand.
Push and pull from side to side.
It should not move more than 1
in. (2.5 cm).
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), you can try: A.
Reinstalling the base. B. Changing to a different seating
location.
6. Recheck Level Line
Depending on your Mico
car seat model, the level-
to-ground line can be in
one of two places.
The level line on shell
MUST be parallel with the
ground.
Remove the locking clip when the vehicle seat belt is
not being used with a base or child restraint.
Thank you for choosing this base. The DJG family is com-
mitted to creating child restraints with the most comfort and
convenience available today.
Remember, parents are a child’s first teachers and exam-
ples. If you always buckle your seat belt, your child will
think it is the natural thing to do. Make it a firm rule that the
vehicle does not go until everyone is buckled up. Make no
exceptions.
No one can predict if use of a child restraint will prevent
injury or death in a particular crash. However, when com-
bined with careful driving, proper use of a child restraint can
lower a child’s risk of injury or death in most crashes.
Your child’s safety is worth the time it will take to read and
follow these instructions. If you still have questions or have
any concerns with this base please contact our Consumer
Care Department:
Call: 1-800-951-4113
Text:
1-812-652-2525
Website: www.maxi-cosi.com
Hours of Operation:
M-TH from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST
FRI from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
OR
5. Check Belt Tightness
Hold base at the belt path with
your weakest hand.
Push and pull from side to side.
It should not move more than 1
in. (2.5 cm).
If it moves more than 1 in. (2.5 cm), you can try: A.
Reinstalling the base. B. Changing to a different seating
location.
6. Recheck Level Line
Depending on your Mico
car seat model, the level-
to-ground line can be in
one of two places.
The level line on shell
MUST be parallel with the
ground.
Remove the locking clip when the vehicle seat belt is
not being used with a base or child restraint.
Thank you for choosing this base. The DJG family is com-
mitted to creating child restraints with the most comfort and
convenience available today.
Remember, parents are a child’s first teachers and exam-
ples. If you always buckle your seat belt, your child will
think it is the natural thing to do. Make it a firm rule that the
vehicle does not go until everyone is buckled up. Make no
exceptions.
No one can predict if use of a child restraint will prevent
injury or death in a particular crash. However, when com-
bined with careful driving, proper use of a child restraint can
lower a child’s risk of injury or death in most crashes.
Your child’s safety is worth the time it will take to read and
follow these instructions. If you still have questions or have
any concerns with this base please contact our Consumer
Care Department:
Call: 1-800-951-4113
Text:
1-812-652-2525
Website: www.maxi-cosi.com
Hours of Operation:
M-TH from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST
FRI from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
OR
Please complete the postage-paid registration card that
came with your child restraint, and send it to us. Child
restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must
register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your
name, address, e-mail address if available, the restraint’s
model number and manufacturing date to:
Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.
Consumer Care Department
PO Box 2609
Columbus, IN 47202-2609
or call 1-800-951-4113 or register online at
www.djgusa.com/registration/carseat/us.
For recall information, call the U.S. Government’s Vehicle
Safety Hotline at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–
9153), or go to http://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 top of base.
Example of
model number,
manufacture
date, and line
code.
MAXI-COSI CAR SEAT
AB123CDE
Model
Number
Line Code
Manufacture
Date
Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. (DJG) warrants this product to the
original retail purchaser as follows: This product is warranted
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 under this warranty contact our Consumer
Care Department by phone at 1-800-951-4113; or text us
at 1-812-652-2525. Our hours of operation are from 8:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST Monday through Thursday and from
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
Proof of purchase is required and shipping charges are
the responsibility of the consumer.
Warranty Limita-
tions:
This warranty does not include damages which arise
from misuse or abuse of this product.
Limitation of Damages:
The warranty and remedies as set
forth are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or written,
expressed or implied. In no event will DJG or the dealer sell-
ing this product be liable to you for any damages, including
incidental or consequential damages, arising out of the use
or inability to use this product.
Limitation of warranties
and other warranty terms and state law rights:
Any
implied warranties, including implied warranties of the
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall
be limited to the duration and terms of the express written
warranty. Some states do not allow limitations as to how long
continued on next page
Please complete the postage-paid registration card that
came with your child restraint, and send it to us. Child
restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must
register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your
name, address, e-mail address if available, the restraint’s
model number and manufacturing date to:
Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.
Consumer Care Department
PO Box 2609
Columbus, IN 47202-2609
or call 1-800-951-4113 or register online at
www.djgusa.com/registration/carseat/us.
For recall information, call the U.S. Government’s Vehicle
Safety Hotline at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–
9153), or go to http://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 top of base.
Example of
model number,
manufacture
date, and line
code.
MAXI-COSI CAR SEAT
AB123CDE
Model
Number
Line Code
Manufacture
Date
Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. (DJG) warrants this product to the
original retail purchaser as follows: This product is warranted
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 under this warranty contact our Consumer
Care Department by phone at 1-800-951-4113; or text us
at 1-812-652-2525. Our hours of operation are from 8:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST Monday through Thursday and from
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
Proof of purchase is required and shipping charges are
the responsibility of the consumer.
Warranty Limita-
tions:
This warranty does not include damages which arise
from misuse or abuse of this product.
Limitation of Damages:
The warranty and remedies as set
forth are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or written,
expressed or implied. In no event will DJG or the dealer sell-
ing this product be liable to you for any damages, including
incidental or consequential damages, arising out of the use
or inability to use this product.
Limitation of warranties
and other warranty terms and state law rights:
Any
implied warranties, including implied warranties of the
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall
be limited to the duration and terms of the express written
warranty. Some states do not allow limitations as to how long
continued on next page
an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limita-
tions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
have other rights, which vary from state to state. Neither
DJG nor the dealer selling this product authorized any
person to create for it any other warranty, obligation, or
liability in connection with this product.
Please note: Our product warranty only applies when
purchased from an authorized Maxi-Cosi retailer. The origin
of products not purchased through these authorized retailers
is unknown and could be counterfeit.
We cannot support products from an unknown origin as we
cannot verify the handling or condition of such merchandise.
We maintain a strong network of authorized retailers to
ensure you are purchasing safe and complete products.
Fulfillment by a third party does not guarantee you are
purchasing from one of these authorized retailers. Pricing
which is inconsistent with the majority of retailers is a strong
indication that the retailer is not authorized, as we have a
consistent price offering across all authorized retailers.
If you are unsure of the authorization status of a retailer you
are considering purchasing from, or have purchased from,
you can check www.maxi-cosi.com/us-en/shops.aspx; or
call our Consumer Care Department at 1-800-951-4113; or
text us at 1-812-652-2525.
Prices are subject to change. Applicable tax and
shipping & handling will also be added.
Part Cost
Lower Anchor Belt ................................. $24.99
Instructions ............................................. $0.00
For availability and questions,
please call us at: 1-800-951-4113
or text us at: 1-812-652-2525.
Hours of Operation:
M-TH from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST
FRI from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
If you already know which parts you need,
you may complete your order with a credit card by
calling us at 1-800-951-4113.
See list above for available parts. We accept
Visa or MasterCard.
an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limita-
tions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
have other rights, which vary from state to state. Neither
DJG nor the dealer selling this product authorized any
person to create for it any other warranty, obligation, or
liability in connection with this product.
Please note: Our product warranty only applies when
purchased from an authorized Maxi-Cosi retailer. The origin
of products not purchased through these authorized retailers
is unknown and could be counterfeit.
We cannot support products from an unknown origin as we
cannot verify the handling or condition of such merchandise.
We maintain a strong network of authorized retailers to
ensure you are purchasing safe and complete products.
Fulfillment by a third party does not guarantee you are
purchasing from one of these authorized retailers. Pricing
which is inconsistent with the majority of retailers is a strong
indication that the retailer is not authorized, as we have a
consistent price offering across all authorized retailers.
If you are unsure of the authorization status of a retailer you
are considering purchasing from, or have purchased from,
you can check www.maxi-cosi.com/us-en/shops.aspx; or
call our Consumer Care Department at 1-800-951-4113; or
text us at 1-812-652-2525.
Prices are subject to change. Applicable tax and
shipping & handling will also be added.
Part Cost
Lower Anchor Belt ................................. $24.99
Instructions ............................................. $0.00
For availability and questions,
please call us at: 1-800-951-4113
or text us at: 1-812-652-2525.
Hours of Operation:
M-TH from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST
FRI from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
If you already know which parts you need,
you may complete your order with a credit card by
calling us at 1-800-951-4113.
See list above for available parts. We accept
Visa or MasterCard.
Fits Mico Nxt, Mico AP,
Mico 30, Mico Max 30
Infant Car Seats
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE.
Read all instructions
before using
this base.
4.11.18 4358-7395
WARNINGS:
Failure to follow the warnings
on the labels and in the instruction manual can
result in serious injury or death to your child.
