1993 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 44

Smaller Children and Babies A A CAUTION: 0 CAUTION: Smaller children and babiesshould always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size your child. A very for young child's hip bones areso small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips,as it should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the child's abdomen. In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child's abdomen, which could cause serious or fatal injuries. So, be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint. Never hold a baby in ydur arms while riding in a . vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby w become so heavy you i l can't hold it. For example,in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-pound(5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-pound (110 kg) force OR your arms. The baby would be almost impossible hold. to - A CAUTION: (Continued) - - I 42