FORD 2009 Flex v.2 - Manual (Page 205)

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children
Restraint
Type Child
Weight
Use any attachment method as indicated
below by “X”
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and
top
tether
anchor) LATCH
(lower
anchors
only) Safety
belt
and
top
tether
anchor Safety belt
and
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and top
tether
anchor) Safety
belt
only
Rear
facing
child seat Up to
48 lb
(21 kg)
X X
Forward
facing
child seat Up to
48 lb
(21 kg)
X X X
Forward
facing
child seat Over
48 lb
(21 kg)
X X
WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.
NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air
bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move
the vehicle seat 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 the 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.
2009 Flex (471)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)
Seating and Safety Restraints
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