2000 FORD E SERIES Owners Manual

Page 89 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back
seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
recommends a minimum dist

Page 90 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual Children and air bags
For additional important safety
information, read all information on
safety restraints in this guide.
Children must always be properly
restrained. Accident statistics
suggest tha

Page 91 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual The air bags inflate and deflate
rapidly upon activation. After air bag
deployment, it is normal to notice a
smoke-like, powdery residue or
smell the burnt propellant. This may
consist of cornstarch,

Page 92 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not
touch them after inflation.
If the air bag is inflated,the air bag will not function again
and must be replaced immediately.If the air

Page 93 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (including
pretensioners)
For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local
dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE

Page 94 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual Any booster seat that places the vehicles lap belt or shoulder belt
around a shield above and ahead of the childs hips should not be used in
this vehicle.
Do notuse a forward±facing safety seat or

Page 95 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
Child and infant or child safety seats
Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the
child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturers instructions wit

Page 96 of 232

FORD E SERIES 2000 4.G Owners Manual Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether
strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable
of providing a tether anchorage. For more information on