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Jewels · 05-04-2007, 09:43 AM

Does the Cosco AO have to have a headrest behind it like the Apex does?

If it doesn't I have a friend wanting to install her AO in the middle of a Ford Eplorer and tether to the side (I think here we determined that was okay). I also want to see if we can get it installed without it sitting on the buckle as I don't feel comfortable with the seat sitting on the buckle.

smurf · 05-04-2007, 10:10 AM

I don't think so...
I sold my 2 AO's recently and no longer have the manual, but I don't recall any mention of headrests being necessary. AFAIK the Apex is the only seat with this requirement, but maybe someone else can chime in with a more definite opinion.

JaRylan · 05-04-2007, 11:23 AM

http://www.coscojuvenile.com/instructions.asp

Here is a link to the Cosco website page where you can enter your model number and date of manufacture in order to access the manual online. My manual is on my carseat at home in the basement...but that is not where I am. I don't recall the AO needing a headrest.

Loves2sing · 05-04-2007, 11:32 AM

No, you don't need a headrest with the AO. The majority of seats actually get a better install without the headrest imo. But don't do that with the Apex, because you do need the headrest. I am on the phone with a Aidensmom who is a tech, so I am getting the real deal here, as she gives it to me. I would recommend to everyone to get a new bestfriend who is a tech, cause it's just easier.

cdncasper · 05-05-2007, 12:38 AM

I have the AOE and it doesn't say anywhere in the manual that you need the headrest. I find it easier without the headrest.

05-04-2007, 09:43 AM	#1
Jewels CPS Technician Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 3,997	AO question Does the Cosco AO have to have a headrest behind it like the Apex does? If it doesn't I have a friend wanting to install her AO in the middle of a Ford Eplorer and tether to the side (I think here we determined that was okay). I also want to see if we can get it installed without it sitting on the buckle as I don't feel comfortable with the seat sitting on the buckle. __________________

05-04-2007, 10:10 AM	#2
smurf Senior Community Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Quebec, Canada Posts: 356	Re: AO question I don't think so... I sold my 2 AO's recently and no longer have the manual, but I don't recall any mention of headrests being necessary. AFAIK the Apex is the only seat with this requirement, but maybe someone else can chime in with a more definite opinion. __________________ DD 6, 49" 48# Maxi Cosi Rodi XR and Britax Parkway SG DS 5, 44" 42# Britax Parkway DS 2¾, 36" 32# SK Radian 3 across in a '07 VW Rabbit and a '09 Acura MDX

05-04-2007, 11:23 AM	#3
JaRylan CPS Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 1,115	Re: AO question http://www.coscojuvenile.com/instructions.asp Here is a link to the Cosco website page where you can enter your model number and date of manufacture in order to access the manual online. My manual is on my carseat at home in the basement...but that is not where I am. I don't recall the AO needing a headrest. __________________ Jacqui ~ Rylan ~ 08.13.02 ~ 57.2lbs on 9/26/08 ~ Radian 65 Join Starlight's Book Club, read your manuals! Car seats are cheaper than caskets & you can use them more than once. How much did your wedding cost? How long did it last? Does your child's safety seem more affordable now?

05-04-2007, 11:32 AM	#4
Loves2sing CPS Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: On the edge of a cliff Posts: 1,105	Re: AO question No, you don't need a headrest with the AO. The majority of seats actually get a better install without the headrest imo. But don't do that with the Apex, because you do need the headrest. I am on the phone with a Aidensmom who is a tech, so I am getting the real deal here, as she gives it to me. I would recommend to everyone to get a new bestfriend who is a tech, cause it's just easier. __________________ Mommy to Jenna~08/01/05 FF in Radian & Malachi ~09/14/08 RF in Marathon

05-05-2007, 12:38 AM	#5
cdncasper Carseat Crazy Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Manitoba Posts: 595	Re: AO question I have the AOE and it doesn't say anywhere in the manual that you need the headrest. I find it easier without the headrest. __________________ April CRST Mommy to Kort born 3 1/2 weeks early on Aug 26th 13lbs 22inches Riding in an SS1

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