1996 GMC Savana Van Owner's Manual - Page 44

Smaller Children and Babies (Cargo Vans with Passenger Air Bags) A very young child's bones are so small that a hip regular belt mightnot stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likelybe over the child's abdomen.In a crash, the belt would apply force right on the child's abdomen, which could cause serious fatal injuries. Smaller children or and babies should always be restrained in a child restraint. However, infants, who shouldbe restraihed in a rear-facing child restraint, cannot ride safely in this vehicle. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child.If a forward-facing child restraint is suitable for your child, be sure the . child is always properly restrained while riding in this vehicle. ~ Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will becomeso heavy you can't hold it. example, in a For crash CAUTION: (Continued) -- I 1-36