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Child restraint system (CRS)

Type-approved seat or device that adapts the seat belt to children under 1.35 m tall.

Definition

A child restraint system (CRS) is a type-approved seat or device that adapts the seat belt to children's bodies. Mandatory for all children under 1.35 m, who must travel in rear seats. CRS groups by weight (0, 0+, I, II, III) or modern i-Size by height.

Key facts

  • Mandatory for all children under 1.35 m tall.
  • Children must travel in rear seats (exception: no rear seats, or rear seats occupied by other children).
  • If using a rear-facing CRS in the front passenger seat, disable the airbag.
  • i-Size CRS are selected by child height, not weight.

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