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Keep your 1 to 3 year old children in REAR-FACING car seats for as long as possible. It's the best way to keep them safe. They should remain in a rear-facing car seat until they reach the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer.

Once outgrown the rear-facing car seat, they are ready to travel in a FORWARD-FACING car seat with a harness.

Important!!! Follow your car seat manufacturer's instructions and your vehicle owner's manual on how to install.
Important!!! GET HELP - Certified technicians are available to check your car seat installation for free. Click HERE to find your nearest inspection station.

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