Mercury 2002 Cougar Owner's Manual page 106

Seating and Safety Restraints
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed
in the front seats.
Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included
with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install
and use the safety properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop
or collision.
Child and infant or child safety seats
Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the
child.
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