Kia EV9 2024 Manual page 111

Safety features of your Kia
used instead of child restraints differs
among countries, so you should be
aware of the specific requirements in
your country and where you are travel -
ing.
Child restraint systems must be properly
placed and installed in the rear seat. You
must use a commercially available child
restraint system that meets the Safety
Standards of your country.
Child restraint systems are designed to
be secured in a vehicle seat by lap belt
portion of a lap/shoulder belt, or by a
LATCH system in the rear seats of the
vehicle.
Child restraint system (CRS)
Infants and younger children must be
restrained in an appropriate rear-facing
or forward-facing CRS that has first
been properly secured to the rear seat of
the vehicle. Read and comply with the
instructions for installation and use pro -
vided by the manufacturer of the CRS.
WARNING
Child Restraint Installation
An improperly secured child restraint
system can increase the risk of serious
injury or death in an accident. Always
take the following precautions when
using a CRS:
僅 Always follow the CRS manufacturer's
instructions for installation and use.
僅 Always properly restrain your child in
the child restraint system.
僅 If the headrest prevents proper instal -
lation of a child seat (as described in
the CRS manual), the head restraint of
the respective seating position should
be readjusted or entirely removed.
僅 Do not use an infant carrier or a child
safety seat that "hooks" over a seat -
Child Restraint System (CRS)
back, as it may not provide adequate
protection in an accident.
NOTICE
After an accident, have a Kia dealer
check the child restraint system, seat
belts, tether anchors and lower anchors.
Selecting a Child Restraint Sys -
tem (CRS)
When selecting a CRS for your child,
always:
僅 Make sure the CRS has a label certify -
ing that it meets applicable Safety
Standards of your country.
僅 Select a child restraint based on your
child's height and weight. The
required label or the instructions for
use typically provide this information.
僅 Select a child restraint that fits the
vehicle seating position where it will
be used.
僅 Read and comply with the warnings
and instructions for installation and
use provided with the CRS.
WARNING
Holding Children
Never hold a child in your arms or lap
when riding in a vehicle. The violent
forces created during a crash will tear
the child from your arms and throw the
child against the car's interior. Always
use a child restraint system, which is
appropriate for your child's height and
weight.
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