1997 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual - Page 25

Child Safety If you are using a toddler seat in the front passenger's seat, move the passenger's seat as far back as possible before installing the child seat. If the passenger's bag inflates, it could seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained. Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 40 lbs (18 kg) Put the lap/shoulder belt on your child and check its fit. The shoulder belt should fit over the collarbone and across the chest. The lap belt should sit low on your child's hips, not across the stomach. If the shoulder belt crosses the neck, while sitting in the second or third bench seat, have your child move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits properly. If the belt still crosses the child's neck, you should use a booster seat. We recommend that, whenever possible, a child who has outgrown a toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the second or third seat and use a lap/shoulder belt. Several styles of booster seats are available. We recommend a design that allows the child to use the car's lap/shoulder belt. Whichever style you select, follow the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. Driver and Passenger Safety