2009 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 138

OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 107 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 1 -8 . Sa fe t y inform a t ion Child re st ra int syst e m s A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems. 1 Before driving Points to remember Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat. l Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child. l For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 111) Types of child restraints Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat 107 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U)