Honda CIVIC 2014 Manual page 52

■ Protecting Smaller Children
If a child has exceeded the weight and height limitations of a rear-facing child restraint
system, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured front-facing child restraint
system until they exceed the weight and height limitations for the front-facing child restraint
system.
Placing a front-facing child restraint system in the front seat can be hazardous. A rear seat is
the safest place for a child.
Placing a front-facing child restraint system in the front seat can result in serious
injury or death if the front airbag inflates.
If you must place a front-facing child restraint system in front, move the vehicle
seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
Educate yourself about the laws and regulations regarding child restraint system use where
you are driving, and follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions.
■ Selecting a Child Restraint System
Some child restraint systems are lower anchorage compatible. Some have a rigid-type
connector while others have a flexible-type connector. Both are equally easy to use. Some
existing and previously owned child restraint systems can only be installed using the seat belt.
Whichever type you choose, follow the child restraint system manufacturer's use and care
instructions including recommended expiration dates as well as the instructions in this
manual. Proper installation is key to maximising your child's safety.
The flexible type may not be available in your country.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with lower anchorages, install a child restraint
system using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. This is because all child
restraint systems must be secured with the seat belt when the lower anchorage system is not
■ Front-facing child restraint system placement
We strongly recommend placing a front-facing child
restraint system in a rear seating position.
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