1997 Mercury Tracer Owner's Manual - Page 65

Seating and safety restraints in the instrument cluster illuminates for approximately six seconds to indicate that the system is functional. If you hear a group of five beeps, or if the warning light does not illuminate, stays lit, or flashes, the air bag system requires immediate service. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. CHILD RESTRAINT PRECAUTIONS You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the United States and Canada. If small children ride in your vehicle (generally children who are four years of age or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lb] or less), you must put them in safety seats made specially for children. Check your local and state laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of your children. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use. If possible, place children in the rear seat of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in rear seating positions than when 65