How to Attach a Car Seat to the Caboose RS: Step-by-Step

Quick answer

To attach a car seat to your Caboose RS, click the adapter connectors onto the front or back of the stroller, then click your compatible infant car seat into place. The Caboose RS And Caboose S Car Seat Adapter is designed for the Caboose RS and Caboose S Tandem Strollers. It is not compatible with the Caboose Graphite.

The Caboose RS And Caboose S Car Seat Adapter makes it easy to transfer your baby from car to stroller without unbuckling them. This guide walks you through installation and highlights common mistakes to avoid.

Before you start, confirm your stroller model and car seat compatibility. The adapter works with the Caboose RS and Caboose S, but not the Caboose Graphite. Once you have the adapter and a compatible car seat, the process takes just a few minutes.

Check compatibility before you begin

The adapter is compatible with the Joovy Caboose RS and Caboose S Tandem Strollers. It is not compatible with the Caboose Graphite. Also verify that your infant car seat is listed as compatible with this adapter, as not all car seats use the same attachment system.

If you have a different Joovy stroller, such as the Qool, you will need a different adapter. For example, the Qool Car Seat Adapter is designed specifically for the Qool stroller. Using the wrong adapter can create an unsafe connection.

• Check your stroller model name on the frame or manual.
• Confirm your car seat model is compatible with the adapter.

Attach the adapter connectors to the stroller

Locate the connection points on the front or back of your Caboose RS stroller. The adapter can be installed in either position depending on your configuration. Align the connectors and push until they click into place. You should hear an audible click and feel the adapter is secure.

A common mistake is not pushing the connectors all the way in. Tug gently on the adapter to confirm it is locked. If it moves, remove and reattach.

• Listen for a click on each side.
• Test security with a gentle tug.

Click your car seat into the adapter

With the adapter installed, align your infant car seat with the adapter posts and lower it into place. Press down firmly until you hear a click. The car seat should sit level and not wobble. If it does not click, check that the adapter is correctly oriented and that your car seat is compatible.

Once attached, give the car seat a gentle pull upward to ensure it is locked. Always double-check the connection before walking away.

• Ensure the car seat clicks on both sides.
• Do not force the car seat if it does not click; recheck alignment.

Removing the car seat and adapter

To remove the car seat, locate the release mechanism on your car seat (usually a button or lever) and lift the seat off the adapter. To remove the adapter, press the release tabs on the connectors and pull them away from the stroller.

Store the adapter in a safe place when not in use. Avoid leaving it attached during travel or when folding the stroller, as it may interfere with folding.

• Always remove the car seat before folding the stroller.
• Keep the adapter clean and free of debris.

Step-by-step installation

1. Verify compatibility: Check that your stroller is a Caboose RS or Caboose S, not a Caboose Graphite. Confirm your car seat is compatible with the adapter. Checkpoint: If your stroller is a different model, stop and find the correct adapter.
2. Attach adapter to stroller: Click the adapter connectors into the front or back of the stroller until they lock. Tug gently to test. Mistake to avoid: Not pushing connectors in fully, which can cause the car seat to be unstable.
3. Click car seat into adapter: Align the car seat with the adapter and press down until you hear a click on both sides. Checkpoint: Pull up on the car seat to ensure it is locked before strolling.
4. Remove car seat and adapter: Use the car seat release to lift it off. Press adapter release tabs to remove the adapter from the stroller. Next step: Store the adapter safely and never fold the stroller with the adapter attached.

Product facts

• Caboose RS And Caboose S Car Seat Adapter: Just click your infant seat into your stroller, and you’re ready to roll. This adapter makes it a breeze to transfer your baby from car to stroller. Just click the connectors into place on the front or back of the stroller, and click your compatible car seat into place – no unbuckling required. Compatible with Joovy Caboose RS and Caboose S Tandem Stroller. NOT compatible with the Joovy Caboose Graphite. Knowing the exact compatibility prevents returns and ensures a safe connection.
• Qool Car Seat Adapter: Because nobody should have to remove a sleeping baby from a car seat, Joovy has you covered. With the Qool Car Seat Adapter, just click your infant seat into your stroller, and you’re ready to roll. If you own a Qool stroller, this is the correct adapter instead of the Caboose adapter.

With the Caboose RS And Caboose S Car Seat Adapter, transferring your baby from car to stroller is quick and secure. Follow these steps and always double-check connections for safety.