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Smaller Children and Babies (Cargo Vans
with Passenger Air Bags)
A very young child's hip bones are so small that a
regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it
should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the
child's abdomen.
In
a crash, the belt would apply
force right on the child's abdomen, which could
cause serious or fatal injuries. Smaller children
and babies should always be restrained in a child
restraint. However, infants, who should be
restraihed in a rear-facing child restraint, cannot
ride safely in this vehicle. The instructions for the
restraint will say whether it is the right type and
size for your child. If a forward-facing child
restraint is suitable for your child, be sure the
.
child is always properly restrained while riding
in this vehicle.
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Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a
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vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much
--
until a
crash. During a crash a baby will become so
heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash
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