GMC 1996 Sonoma Owner's Manual page 37

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CAUTION:
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Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a
vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much
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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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at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby
will suddenly become a
240-lb. (110 kg) force on
your arms. The baby would be almost impossible
to hold.
Secure the baby in an infant restraint.
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