Child Restraints - Mercury 2002 Cougar Owner's Manual

Seating and Safety Restraints
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will either
flash or stay lit.
The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is
turned on.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced
at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.
Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (including
pretensioners)
For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local
dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by
qualified personnel.
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety
restraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system
(SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags.
Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed
in the front seats.
To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they
can be properly restrained.
Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back
seat and always use appropriate child restraints.
Accident statistics indicate that children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seats.
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in
your vehicle.
Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been
closed up in sunny weather, they could burn a small child. Check
seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.
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