1997 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual - Page 37

ued) heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph(40 k m h ) , a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly becomea 240-1b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. . ... . r Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash. During a crash a babywill become so CAUTION: (Continued) -- 1-29