FORD 2013 F-550 v.2 - Manual (Page 21)

CHILD SEATS
Use a child safety seat (sometimes
called an infant carrier, convertible
seat, or toddler seat) for infants,
toddlers or children weighing
40 pounds (18 kilograms) or less
(generally age four or younger).
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER
place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must
use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat
upon which the child seat is installed all the way back. When possible, all
children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating
position. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear
seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat.
WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings
provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if
the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size, height, weight, or
age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and
warnings provided by your vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is
improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child’s height, age,
or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious
injury or death.
WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap
while your vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the
child from injury in a crash, which may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child.
They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death
in a crash.
20 Child Safety
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