Renault EXPRESS 2021 Vehicle User Manual page 50

CHILD SAFETY: choosing a child seat
Rear-facing child seats
A baby's head is, proportionally, heavier
than that of an adult and its neck is very
fragile. Transport the child in this posi-
tion as long as possible (until the age of
2 at the very least). It supports both the
head and the neck. Choose a bucket
type seat for best side protection and
change it as soon as the child's head is
higher than the shell.
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Forward-facing child seats
Up to 18 kg or 4 years, the child may
travel on a forward-facing seat.
Choose your seat according the child's
size: their head and abdomen are the
areas which must be most protected. A
forward-facing child seat which is firmly
attached to the vehicle will reduce the
risk of impact to the head.
Ensure your child travels in a for-
ward-facing seat with a harness for as
long as their size permits. Choose a
bucket type seat for optimum side pro-
tection.w
Booster cushions
From 15 kg or 4 years, the child can
travel using a booster seat, which will
enable the seat belt to be adapted to
suit his size and shape. The booster
seat cushion must be fitted with guides
to position the seat belt on the child's
thighs rather than the stomach. It is
recommended that you use a seatback
which can be adjusted in terms of height
to position the seat belt in the centre of
the shoulder. It must never rest on the
neck or on the arm. Choose a bucket
type seat for optimum side protection.