46 1-2. Child safety
WARNING
lSUBARU strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to the weight and size of the child, installed
on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained
in the rear seat than in the front seat.
lHolding a child in your or someone else’ s arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system.
In an accident, the child can be
crushed against the windshield or between the holder and the
interior of the vehicle.
n Handling the child restraint system
If the child restraint system is not properly fixed in place, the child or other passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving, or an accident.
lIf the vehicle were to receive a strong impact from an accident, etc., it is possible that the child restraint system has damage
that is not readily visible. In such cases, do not reuse the restraint system.
lMake sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided with the child restraint system manufacturer and that
the system is properly secured.
lKeep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is not in use. Do not
store the child restraint system unsecured in the passenger compartment. lIf it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the luggage compartment.