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situation , there is the possibility that the following phenomenon may occur . – It may alert the driver even if there are no passengers or cargo in the rear seat .
– It may not alert the driver even if there are passengers and cargo in the rear seat .
. This function can be set to on or off by the “ Car settings ”. For details , refer to “ Car settings ” FP213 .
. The ON / OFF setting will not be changed even if the ignition switch is turned to the “ OFF ” position .
. The ON / OFF setting will be returned to the default setting if the battery is removed .
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1-8 . Child restraint systems
& Safety precautions
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Infants and children should be placed in an infant or child restraint system on the rear seat while riding in the vehicle .
You should use an infant or child restraint system that meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards , is compatible with your vehicle and is appropriate for the child ’ s age and size .
All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap / shoulder belt ( except those described in “ Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages ( LATCH )” FP80 ).
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Children could be endangered in an accident if their child restraint systems are not properly secured in the vehicle . When installing the child restraint system , carefully follow the manufacturer ’ s instructions .
According to accident statistics , children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions .
All U . S . states and Canadian provinces require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint system at all times while the vehicle is moving .
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WARNING
. Before installing a child restraint system , be sure to confirm that the seatback is securely locked into place . Otherwise , in an accident , serious injury or death could result .
. Do not leave children in the car unattended . High interior temperatures may cause heat stroke and dehydration that result in serious injury or death .
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