2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 71

70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the children from newborn size to the child almost large vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child to about 20 lbs (9 kg). Convertible child seats can be seat owner's manual to ensure you have the correct seat used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher child. weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing Infants And Small Children by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are • Safety experts recommend that children ride less than one year old. rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least WARNING! one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in carriers and convertible child seats. Both types of child the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. injury or death to infants in this position. Refer to "Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)".