Child-Restraint System Installation
qCategories of Child-Restraint Systems
NOTE
When purchasing, ask the manufacturer of the child-restraint system which type of child-
restraint system is appropriate for your child and vehicle.
(Europe)
Child-restraint systems are classified into the following 5 groups according to the UNECE
44 regulation.
Group Age Weight
0 Up to 9 months old Less than 10 kg (less than 22 lb)
0
Up to 2 years old Less than 13 kg (less than 29 lb)
1 8 months to 4 years old 9 kg ― 18 kg (20 lb ― 40 lb)
2 3 to 7 years old 15 kg ― 25 kg (33 lb ― 55 lb)
3 6 to 12 years old 22 kg ― 36 kg (48 lb ― 79 lb)
(Other countries)
Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of child-restraint systems in
your country.
qChild-Restraint System Types
(Europe)
In this owner's manual, explanation of
child-restraint systems secured with seat
belts is provided for the following three
types of popular child-restraint systems:
baby seat, child seat, junior seat.
NOTE
l
Installation position is determined by
the type of child-restraint system.
Always read the manufacturer's
instructions and this owner's manual
carefully.
l
Due to variations in the design of
child-restraint systems, vehicle seats
and seat belts, all child-restraint
systems may not fit all seating
positions. Before purchasing a child-
restraint system, it should be tested
in the specific vehicle seating
position (or positions) where it is
intended to be used. If a previously
purchased child-res traint system
does not fit, you may need to
purchase a different one that will.
Essential Safety Equipment
Child Restraint
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