1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 45

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies I A CAUTION: 4. Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child infant restraint. The or instructions for the restraint say whether it will is the right type and for your child. A very size young child's hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay on the hips, as it low should. Instead, the belt likely be over the will child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would appl force right on the child's abdomen, which could cause serious or fatal injuries. be sure that So, any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint. 1-33