1999 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 83

Secure child restraint devices in the REAR seats at all times. Never install rearward facing child seat in the front passenger's seat. HS0043 HS0042 Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front passenger's seat or any other seat. Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms in the front passenger's seat or any other seat. HS0228 HS0229 D Child restraint systems and seat belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it. D Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle. Unsecured child restraint systems can be thrown around inside of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; it can strike and injure vehicle occupants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child. Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint system in the rear seat while riding in the vehicle. You should use an infant or child restraint system that meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard and is appropriate for WARNING 2-24