1997 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 44

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants andall 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 whilein a vehicle. Smaller Childrenand Babies (Except Cargo Vans with Passenger Air Bags) A CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained ina child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and for yourchild. size CAUTION: (Continued) A very young child's hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likely beover the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force righton the child's abdomen, which could cause serious or fatalinjuries. So, be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained ina child or infant restraint.