An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child restraint system until the infant reaches the child restraint system manufacturer’s weight or height limit for the seat.

Positioning a rear-facing child restraint system

Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing child restraint system for a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a rear-facing child restraint system.

Rear-facing child restraint systems should never be installed in a front-facing position.

Always refer to the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions before installation.

If the passenger’s 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.

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.

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.

If a child 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.

Educate yourself about the laws and regulations regarding child restraint system use where you are driving, and follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions.

Front-facing child restraint system placement

Placing a front-facing child restraint system in the front seat can be hazardous. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.

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 manufacturer’s use and care instructions including recommended expiration dates as well as the instructions in this manual. Proper installation is key to maximising your child’s safety.

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 ISOFIX restraint system once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child restraint system owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.

Important consideration when selecting a child restraint system

1. The child restraint system is the correct type and size for the child.
2. The child restraint system is the correct type for the seating position.
3. 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 manufacturer’s statement of compliance on the box.

Lower anchorage-compatible child restraint systems have been developed to simplify the installation process and reduce the likelihood of injuries caused by incorrect installation.

Locations for Child Restraint System Installation

*1: Adjust the seat slide to the rearmost position. 

1. If the child restraint system interferes with the head restraint and cannot be installed stably, raise the head restraint to the top.
2. Do not use strap when installing a child restraint system.

   Fastening a Seat Belt

3. A child restraint system with support legs can be installed in the passenger seat.

*2: For installing the universal belted type, adjust the seat back to the most front lock position.

*3: When installing a child restraint system in the rear seat, adjust the front seats so that the child or child restraint system does not contact with the front seats.

*4: When installing a child restraint system using with ISOFIX (lower anchorage connector), the seat belt cannot be used.

1. When using a booster seat, do not use the ISOFIX lower anchorage connector.

 

*1: Adjust the seat slide to the rearmost position. 

1.  If the child restraint system interferes with the head restraint and cannot be installed stably, raise the head restraint to the top.
2.  Do not use strap when installing a child restraint system.

   Fastening a Seat Belt

3. A child restraint system with support legs can be installed in the passenger seat.

*2: Forward facing only

*3: For installing the universal belted type, adjust the seat back to the most front lock position.

*4: When installing a child restraint system in the rear seat, adjust the front seats so that the child or child restraint system does not contact with the front seats.

*5: When installing a child restraint system using with ISOFIX (lower anchorage connector), the seat belt cannot be used.

1. When using a booster seat, do not use the ISOFIX lower anchorage connector.

*6: The named Child Restraint Systems (CRS) reflect Honda's recommendations at the date of publication. You should speak to an authorised dealer for up to date details relating to our recommended CRSs. Other CRS may also be suitable - please consult CRS manufacturers for recommended vehicle lists.

*1: Adjust the seat slide to the rearmost position. 

1. If the child restraint system interferes with the head restraint and cannot be installed stably, raise the head restraint to the top.
2. Do not use strap when installing a child restraint system.

   Fastening a Seat Belt

3. A child restraint system with support legs can be installed in the passenger seat.

*2: For installing the universal belted type, adjust the seat back to the most front lock position.

*3: When installing a child restraint system in the rear seat, adjust the front seats so that the child or child restraint system does not contact with the front seats.

*4: When installing a child restraint system using with ISOFIX (lower anchorage connector), the seat belt cannot be used.

1. When using a booster seat, do not use the ISOFIX lower anchorage connector.

 

*1: Adjust the seat slide to the rearmost position. 

1.  If the child restraint system interferes with the head restraint and cannot be installed stably, raise the head restraint to the top.
2.  Do not use strap when installing a child restraint system.

   Fastening a Seat Belt

3. A child restraint system with support legs can be installed in the passenger seat.

*2: Forward facing only

*3: For installing the universal belted type, adjust the seat back to the most front lock position.

*4: When installing a child restraint system in the rear seat, adjust the front seats so that the child or child restraint system does not contact with the front seats.

*5: When installing a child restraint system using with ISOFIX (lower anchorage connector), the seat belt cannot be used.

1. When using a booster seat, do not use the ISOFIX lower anchorage connector.

*6: The named Child Restraint Systems (CRS) reflect Honda's recommendations at the date of publication. You should speak to an authorised dealer for up to date details relating to our recommended CRSs. Other CRS may also be suitable - please consult CRS manufacturers for recommended vehicle lists.

Genuine CRS List

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.