Child Restraint Systems - Toyota Prius 2011 Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Prius 2011:

Table of Contents

1-8. Safety information

Child restraint systems

A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop-

erly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder

The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the

use of child restraint systems.

Points to remember

Studies have shown that installing a child restraint system on a rear

seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat.

● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is

appropriate to the age and size of the child.

● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the

child restraint system. 

General installation instructions are provided in this manual. 

Types of child restraints

Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types

according to the age and size of the child.

Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat