1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 42

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: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained ina child or infant restraint. The 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 thata regular belt might not stay on thehips, as it low should. Instead, the belt likely be over the will child's abdomen. Ina crash, thebelt would apply force right on the child's abdomen, which could cause seriousor fatal injuries. be sure that So, any child small enoughfor oneis always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint. 1-35