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! When forward-facing, children should use the built-in harness system for
as long as possible until they reach the maximum forward-facing weight or
height for their car seat. At that point, children should ride in a belt-
positioning booster seat. A booster is no longer needed once the vehicle
seat belt fits properly, typically when they reach 4 feet 9 inches (145 cm)
tall and are between ages 8-12. Be sure to check your local and state
laws, as well as AAP and NHTSA recommendations, for car seat usage.*
! Review your vehicle owner’s manual for more information about air bags
and car seat use.
! If your vehicle does not have a back seat, review your vehicle owner’s
manual.
! Select a suitable location for the car seat in your vehicle.
! DO NOT use car seat if it is damaged or missing parts.
*Graco Supports the American Academy of Pediatrics and National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration‘s Car Seat Guidelines. Visit www.gracobaby.com/en-US/safety-information for information on
car seat usage recommendations.