uuChild SafetyuSafety of Infants and Small Children
Safety of Infants and Small Children
1Protecting Infants
Protecting Infants
β
An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child restraint system
until the infant reaches the restraint system manufacturerβs weight or height limit
for the seat, and the infant is at least one year old.
β Positioning a rear-facing child restraint
system
3WARNING
Placing a rear-facing child restraint system
in the front seat can result in serious injury
or death if the passengerβs front airbag
inflates.
Child restraint system must be placed and
secured in a rear seating position.
Always place a rear-facing child restraint
system in the back seat, not the front.
u If this occurs, we recommend that you
install the child restraint system directly
behind the front passengerβs seat, move
the seat as far forward as needed, and
leave it unoccupied.
As required by UN Regulation No. 94:
3WARNING
Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-
facing child restraint system.
u Make sure that there is no contact
between the child restraint system and
the seat in front of it.
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint
on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG
in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to
the CHILD can occur.
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When properly installed, a rear-facing child restraint system may prevent the driver
or a front passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their
seat-back in the desired position.
1Protecting Infants
Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing child
restraint system for a child up to two years old if the
childβs height and weight are appropriate for a rear-
facing child restraint system.
If the passengerβs front airbag inflates, it can hit the
rear-facing child restraint system with great force,
which can dislodge or strike the system, and seriously
injure the child.
Rear-facing child restraint systems should never be
installed in a front facing position.
Always refer to the child restraint system
manufacturerβs instructions before installation.
If it is absolutely unavoidable to install a rear-facing
child restraint system in the front passenger seat,
manually turn off the passenger front airbag system.
2 Passenger Front Airbag Off System P. 61
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1Protecting Smaller Children
Protecting Smaller Children
β
If a child is at least one year old and has exceeded the weight and height limitations
of a rear-facing child restraint system, the child should be properly restrained in a
firmly secured front-facing child restraint system until they exceed the weight and
height limitations for the front-facing child restraint system.
3WARNING
Placing a front-facing child restraint system
in the front seat can result in serious injury
or death if the front airbag inflates.
β Front-facing child restraint system
placement
We strongly recommend placing a front-
facing child restraint system in a rear seating
position.
If you must place a front-facing child
restraint system in front, move the vehicle
seat as far back as possible, and properly
restrain the child.
Educate yourself about the laws and regulations
regarding child restraint system use where you are
driving, and follow the child restraint system
manufacturerβs instructions.
Placing a front-facing child restraint system in the front seat can be hazardous. A
rear seat is the safest place for a child.
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1Selecting a Child Restraint System
Selecting a Child Restraint System
β
Installation of a lower anchorage-compatible child
restraint system is simple.
Some child restraint systems are lower anchorage compatible. Some have a rigid-
type connector while others have a flexible-type connector. Both are equally easy to
use. Some existing and previously owned child restraint systems can only be installed
using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child restraint system
manufacturerβs use and care instructions including recommended expiration dates
as well as the instructions in this manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing
your childβs safety.
Lower anchorage-compatible child restraint systems
have been developed to simplify the installation
process and reduce the likelihood of injuries caused
by incorrect installation.
The flexible type may not be available in your country.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with lower anchorages, install a child
restraint system using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. This is
because all child restraint systems must be secured with the seat belt when the
lower anchorage system is not in use. In addition, the child restraint system
manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach an ISO FIX restraint
system once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child restraint system
ownerβs manual for proper installation instructions.
β Important consideration when selecting a child restraint system
Make sure the child restraint system meets the following three requirements:
β’ The child restraint system is the correct type and size for the child.
β’ The child restraint system is the correct type for the seating position.
β’ The child restraint system is compliant with safety standards. We recommend a
child restraint system compliant with UN Regulation No. 44 or No. 129, or the
regulations of the subject countries. Look for the approval mark on the system
and the manufacturerβs statement of compliance on the box.
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β Child Restraint Systems Standards
1Selecting a Child Restraint System
If a child restraint system (whether an i-Size/ISOFIX type or one that is fitted with a
seat belt) meets the relevant UN Regulation, it will be affixed with an approval label
as shown in the adjacent table. Before purchasing or using any child restraint
system, make sure to check the approval label and ensure that it is compatible with
your vehicle and the child, and that it complies with the relevant UN Regulation.
Example of UN Regulation No. 44 approval label
βMass groupβ
Regulation number
Category
Approval
number
Country code
Example of UN Regulation No. 129 approval label
Category
Size and weight
indication
Approval number
Regulation number
Country code
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Locations for Child Restraint System Installation
β
5-seater
Suitable for universal restraint systems installed with
vehicle safety belts.
Suitable for forward facing universal restraint
systems installed with vehicle safety belts.
Passenger Airbag ON
Passenger Airbag OFF
Suitable for i-Size and ISOFIX child restraints
systems.
*1, *2
*1, *2
a
a
Suitable for forward facing restraint systems only.
Never use a rearward facing child restraint system.
*3
*3
b
c
d
b
c
d
Seat position equipped with Top Tether
anchorages.
*1: When installing a child seat, adjust the seat slide to the most rear position and adjust the seat back angle to the most upright position.
*2: If you can not fix the child restraint system stably, adjust the seat back angle to be parallel with the back side of the child restraint system, still keeping it forward of the
seat belt shoulder anchor.
*3: If you attach a child seat, you can not attach the seat belt of the left side seat.
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1Locations for Child Restraint System Installation
Seating position
When purchasing a child restraint systems, make sure
to check the ISOFIX size class or the fixture to ensure
that the seat is compatible with your vehicle.
a
b
c
d
Front passenger
Passenger Airbag
ON/OFF switch
2nd row
Seat position number
Fixture
(CRF)
Left
Centre
Right
Description
ON
yes*1
OFF
Right lateral-facing (carrycot)
infant seat
ISO/L2
Seating position suitable for Forward
yes*1
yes
yes
yes
Left lateral-facing (carrycot)
infant seat
ISO/R1 Rearward-facing infant seat
ISO/L1
universal belted (yes/no)
facing
only
no
i-Size seating position (yes/no)
Seating position suitable for
recommended child seat (yes/
no)
no
yes
yes
no
yes
yes
Reduced-size rearward-facing
child restraint systems
Full-size rearward-facing child
restraint systems
ISO/R2
yes
yes
yes
ISO/R3
Reduced-height forward-facing
child restraint systems
Reduced-height forward-facing
child restraint systems
Full-height, forward-facing child
restraint systems
Reduced width forward-facing
booster seat
Seating position suitable for
lateral fixture (L1/L2)
ISO/F2X
no
no
no
B3
no
no
no
B3
no
R3
F3
B3
no
no
no
no
no
R3
F3
B3
Largest suitable rearward
facing fixture (R1/R2X/R2/R3)
Largest suitable forward
facing fixture (F1/F2X/F2/F3)
Largest suitable booster
fixture (B2/B3)
ISO/F2
ISO/F3
ISO/B2
Full width forward-facing
booster seat
ISO/B3
*1: When installing a child seat, adjust the seat slide to the most rear position and
adjust the seat back angle to the most upright position.
The child seat with the support legs can also be attached for non i-size seating
position.
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Locations for Child Restraint System Installation
β
7-seater
Suitable for universal restraint systems installed with
vehicle safety belts.
Suitable for forward facing universal restraint systems
installed with vehicle safety belts.
Passenger Airbag ON
Passenger Airbag OFF
Suitable for i-Size and ISOFIX child restraints
systems.
*1, *2
*1, *2
a
a
Suitable for forward facing restraint systems only.
Never use a rearward facing child restraint system.
Seat position equipped with Top Tether anchorages.
b
d
b
d
*3
*3
c
c
*3
*3
*3
*3
*4
*4
*4
*4
e
f
e
f
*1: When installing a child seat, adjust the seat slide to the most rear position and adjust the seat back angle to the most upright position.
*2: If you can not fix the child restraint system stably, adjust the seat back angle to be parallel with the back side of the child restraint system, still keeping it forward of the seat belt shoulder anchor.
*3: Move the second row seat to its slide rail rearmost position when the CRS is installed on the second row seat.
*4: When installing a booster child seat approved by UN R129, adjust the front and rear position of the second row seat forward five steps or five steps from the front most.
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1Locations for Child Restraint System Installation
Seating position
When purchasing a child restraint systems, make sure
to check the ISOFIX size class or the fixture to ensure
that the seat is compatible with your vehicle.
a
Front
b
c
2nd row
d
e
3rd row
f
Seat position
number
Passenger
Airbag ON/OFF
switch
Fixture
(CRF)
Description
Left Centre Right Left Right
Right lateral-facing (carrycot)
infant seat
Left lateral-facing (carrycot)
infant seat
ISO/L2
ON
yes*1
Forward
facing
only
OFF
Seating position
suitable for universal
belted (yes/no)
ISO/L1
yes*1
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
yes
yes
yes
yes
no
yes
no
ISO/R1 Rearward-facing infant seat
Reduced-size rearward-facing
child restraint systems
Full-size rearward-facing child
restraint systems
Reduced-height forward-facing
child restraint systems
Reduced-height forward-facing
child restraint systems
Full-height, forward-facing child
restraint systems
Reduced width forward-facing
booster seat
Full width forward-facing
booster seat
ISO/R2
i-Size seating position
(yes/no)
Seating position
suitable for
recommended child
seat (yes/no)
Seating position suitable
for lateral fixture (L1/L2)
Largest suitable
rearward facing
fixture (R1/R2X/R2/R3)
Largest suitable
no
no
ISO/R3
ISO/F2X
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
ISO/F2
no
no
no
no
no
R3
no
no
no
R3
no
no
no
no
ISO/F3
ISO/B2
ISO/B3
forward facing fixture
(F1/F2X/F2/F3)
Largest suitable
booster fixture (B2/B3)
no
B3
no
B3
F3
B3
no
no
F3
B3
no
no
B3*2
B3*2
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*1: When installing a child seat, adjust the seat slide to the most rear position and
adjust the seat back angle to the most upright position.
*2: When installing a booster child seat approved by UN R129, adjust the front and
rear positions of the second row seat forward five steps or five steps from the front
most.
The child seat with the support legs can also be attached to other non i-size seating
positions except for the third row seat.
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Europe Genuine CRS List
β
R44
Mass Group
Group 0
up to 10kg
Group 0+
up to 13 kg
Group I
9 to 18kg
Group II, III
15 to 36 kg
Child Restraint System
Category
β
β
β
β
β
β
Universal
Semi-universal
Honda KIDFIX XP SICT
R129
Range of application
40 to 83cm
Child Restraint System
Category
Infant carrier module
Honda baby safe
up to 13kg
(Birth - 15 months)
Honda baby safe ISOFIX
Base for i-Size
76 to 105cm
8 to 22kg
Honda ISOFIX
i-Size Universal ISOFIX
(15 months - 4 years)
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1Installing a Lower Anchorage-Compatible Child Restraint System
Installing a Lower Anchorage-Compatible Child Restraint
System
β
3WARNING
A lower anchorage-compatible child restraint system can be installed in either of the
two outer second row seats. A child restraint system is attached to the lower
anchorages with either the rigid or flexible type of connectors.
1. Locate the lower anchorages under the
Never attach two child restraint system to
the same anchor. In a collision, one anchor
may not be strong enough to hold two
child restraint system attachments and may
break, causing serious injury or death.
Mark
marks.
Some child restraint systems come with optional
guide-cups, which avoid possible damage to the seat
surface. Follow the manufacturerβs instructions when
using the guide-cups, and attach them to the lower
anchorages as shown in the image.
Lower Anchorages
Models wihout third row seat
2. The lower anchorages are shown in the
image.
Guide-Cup
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1Installing a Lower Anchorage-Compatible Child Restraint System
Models with third row seat
Cover
2. Pull out the anchor cover under the marks
to expose the lower anchors.
For your childβs safety, when using a child restraint
system installed using the lower anchorage system,
make sure that the child restraint system is properly
secured to the vehicle.
A child restraint system that is not properly secured
will not adequately protect a child in a crash and may
cause injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.
The flexible type may not be available in your country.
3. Place the child restraint system on the
vehicle seat, then attach the child restraint
system to the lower anchorages according
to the instructions that came with the child
restraint system.
u When installing the child restraint
system, make sure that the lower
anchorages are not obstructed by the
seat belt or any other object.
Lower
Anchorages
If adults are to use the third row seats, the child
restraint anchor fittings on the ceiling should not be
installed.
Rigid Type
Flexible Type
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4. Open the tether anchorage cover.
1Installing a Lower Anchorage-Compatible Child Restraint System
WARNING: Never use a hook that does not come
with a Top Tether anchor symbol when securing an
installed child restraint system.
Top
Tether
Anchor
Symbol
Child restraint system with tether strap
5. Pull up the head restraint, and push it
behind until it latches, then route the tether
strap between the head restraint legs, and
secure the tether strap hook to the
anchorage.
Straight Top Tether Type
Tether Strap Hook
6. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the
child restraint system manufacturer.
7. Make sure the child restraint system is
firmly secured by rocking it forward and
back, and side to side; little movement
should be felt.
FR
Anchorage
Other Top Tether Type
Tether Strap Hook
8. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled.
FR
Anchorage
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Child restraint system with support leg
5. Extend the support leg until it touches the
floor as instructed by the child restraint
system manufacturer.
u Confirm that the section of the floor on
which the support leg rests is level. If the
section is not level, the support leg will
not provide adequate support.
Support Leg
Models with third row seat
If this is the case, move the seat forward
or back so that the support leg is resting
on a level section.
All models
u Make sure that there is no contact
between the child restraint system and
the seat in front of it.
Models with third row seat
u Make sure that the support leg is not
resting on the slide rail or cover.
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1Installing a Child Restraint System with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt
Installing a Child Restraint System with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt
β
A child restraint system that is not properly secured
will not adequately protect a child in a crash and may
cause injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.
1. Place the child restraint system on the
vehicle seat.
2. Route the seat belt through the child
restraint system according to the child
restraint system manufacturerβs
instructions, and insert the latch plate into
the buckle.
u Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks.
3. Push down the tab. Route the shoulder part
of the belt into the slit at the side of the
restraint.
4. Grab the shoulder part of the belt near the
buckle, and pull up to remove any slack
from the lap part of the belt.
u When doing this, place your weight on
child restraint system and push it into the
Tab
vehicle seat.
5. Position the belt properly and push up the
tab. Make sure the belt is not twisted.
u When pushing up the tab, pull up the
upper shoulder part of the belt to
remove any slack from the belt.
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6. Make sure the child restraint system is
firmly secured by rocking it forward and
back, and side to side; little movement
should be felt.
7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled.
Except European models
If your child restraint system does not come
with a mechanism that secures the belt, install
a locking clip on the seat belt.
After going through the step 1 and 2, pull up
the shoulder part of the belt and make sure
there is no slack in the lap portion.
3. Tightly grasp the belt near the latch plate.
Pinch both parts of the belt together so
they do not slip through the latch plate.
Unbuckle the seat belt.
Locking Clip
4. Install the locking clip as shown in the
image. Position the clip as close as possible
to the latch plate.
5. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Go to
step 6 and 7.
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1Adding Security with a Tether
Adding Security with a Tether
β
WARNING: Child restraint anchorages are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly
fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses or for
attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.
Two tether anchorage points are provided in
the ceiling for the second row seating
position.
If you have a child restraint system that comes
with a tether but can be installed with a seat
belt, the tether may be used for additional
security.
Always use a tether for forward facing child restraint
system when using the seat belt or lower anchors.
Tether Anchorage
If adults are to use the third row seats, the child
restraint anchor fittings on the ceiling should not be
installed.
1. Pull up the head restraint and push
rearward until it latches, then route the
tether strap through the head restraint legs.
Make sure the strap is not twisted.
2. Secure the tether strap hook to the
anchorage.
Straight Top
Tether Type
Tether
Strap Hook
FR
3. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the
child restraint system manufacturer.
Anchorage
Other Top
Tether Type
Tether Strap
Hook
FR
Anchorage
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