2006 LEXUS LX470 Owners Manual

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Never install a rearfacing child restraint system on
the front passenger seat even if the front passenger
occupant classification indicator light indicates
“OFF”. In the event of an accident, the force of the
rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can
cause death or serious injury to the child if the
rearfacing child restraint system is installed on the
front passenger seat.
 A forwardfacing child restraint system should be
allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat
only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat
as far back as possible even if the front passenger
occupant classification indicator light indicates
“OFF”, because the front passenger airbag could
inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise,
the child may be killed or seriously injured. Do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part
of his/her body against the door or the area of the
seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the
side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if
the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is
dangerous if the side airbags and curtain shield
airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or
serious injury to the child.
 Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a
child restraint system on the front or rear passenger
seat. If installing a child restraint system with the
seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat
belt will not securely hold the child restraint system,
which could cause death or serious injury to the child
or other passengers in the event of collision.
 Make sure you have complied with all installation
instructions provided by the child restraint
manufacturer and that the system is properly
secured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause
death or serious injury to the child in the event of a
stop or accident.

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Child restraint system
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must
itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap
portion of the lap/shoulder belt. You must carefully
consult the manufacturer’s instructions which
accompany the child restraint system.
To provide proper restraint, use a child restraint system
following the manufacturer’s instructions about the
appropriate age and size of the child for the child restraint
system.
Install the child restraint system correctly following the
instructions provided by its manufacturer. General directions
are also provided under the following illustrations.
The child restraint system should be installed on the rear seat.
According to accident statistics, the child is safer when
properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
When not using the child restraint system, keep it secured with
the seat belt or place it somewhere other than the passenger
compartment. This will prevent it from injuring passengers in
the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Types of child restraint system
Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types
depending on the child’s age and size.
(A) Infant seat
(B) Convertible seat
(C) Booster seat
Install the child restraint syst em following the instructions
provided by its manufacturer.
Your vehicle has anchor brackets for securing the top strap of
a child restraint system.
For instructions about how to use the anchor bracket, see
“Using a top strap” on page 184.
The child restraint lower anchorages approved for your vehicle
may also be used. See “Installation with child restraint lower
anchorages” on page 186.
(A) Infant seat
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(B) Convertible seat
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(C) Booster seat
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Installation with 2point type seat belt
(A) Infant seat installation
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An infant seat must be used in rearfacing position only.

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CAUTION
Do not install a rearfacing child restraint system on
the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism
of the second seats. Otherwise, the child or second
seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in
case of sudden braking or a collision.
 Child restraint systems installed on the third seat
should not contact the second seat backs.
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1. Run the center lap belt through or around the infant seat
following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and
insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the lap belt.
CAUTION
After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle
are locked and that the lap belt is not twisted.
 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this
may prevent you from properly latching the tab and
buckle.
 If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot
protect your child from death or serious injury.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not
install the child restraint system on the seat until the
seat belt is fixed.

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2. When pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat
cushion and seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling its free end
to hold the infant seat securely.
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CAUTION
Push and pull the child restraint system in different
directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the
installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

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3. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle release button.(B) Convertible seat installation
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A convertible seat must be used in forwardfacing and
rearfacing positions depending on the age and size of
the child. When installing, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions about the appropriate age and size of the
child as well as directions for installing a child restraint
system.

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CAUTION
Do not install a rearfacing child restraint system on
the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism
of the second seats. Otherwise, the child or second
seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in
case of sudden braking or a collision.
 Child restraint systems installed on the third seat
should not contact the second seat backs.
16X223a
1. Run the center lap belt through or around the convertible
seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer
and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the lap
belt.
CAUTION
After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle
are locked and that the lap belt is not twisted.
 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this
may prevent you from properly latching the tab and
buckle.
 If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot
protect your child from death or serious injury.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not
install the child restraint system on the seat until the
seat belt is fixed.

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2. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat
cushion and seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling its free end
to hold the convertible seat securely.
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CAUTION
Push and pull the child restraint system in different
directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the
installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.