Child Restraint
Child-Restraint Precautions
Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them.
Mazda recommends use of a Mazda genuine child-restraint system or one that complies with the UN-R*1 44 or UN-R 129 regulation. If you would like to purchase a Mazda genuine child-restraint system, please contact an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.
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UN-R stands for United Nations Regulation.
Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for the age and size of the child, obey the law and follow the instructions that come with the individual child-restraint system.
A child who has outgrown child-restraint systems should use seat belts, both lap and shoulder. If the shoulder belt crosses the neck or face, move the child closer to the centre of the vehicle.
A rear-facing child-restraint system should NEVER be used on the passenger seat with the air bag system activated.
(With Passenger Occupant Classification System)
To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the passenger air bag, the passenger occupant classification sensor work as a part of the supplementary restraint system. This system deactivates the passenger front and side air bags and also the passenger seat belt pretensioner system when the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light illuminates.
When an infant or small child sits on the passenger seat, the system shuts off the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system, so make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light illuminates.
For more details, refer to "Passenger occupant classification sensor" (Search).
Use the correct size child-restraint system:
For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions and always keep the child-restraint system buckled down:
An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure any child-restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions. When not in use, remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt, or latch it down to BOTH ISOFIX anchors, and attach the corresponding tether anchor.
Always secure a child in a proper child-restraint system:
Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous. No matter how strong the person may be, he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Even in a moderate accident, the child may be exposed to air bag forces that could result in serious injury or death to the child, or the child may be slammed into an adult, causing injury to both child and adult.
Always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated when using a child-restraint system (With Passenger Occupant Classification System):
Seating a child in a child-restraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangerous. In an accident, an air bag could inflate and cause serious injuries or even death to the child seated in the child-restraint system. Always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated.
Refer to Passenger Occupant Classification System (Search).
Extreme Hazard! Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system on the passenger seat with an air bag that could deploy:
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.
Vehicles with a passenger air bag have a warning label attached as shown below. This warning label is displayed in compliance with regulations.
(Taiwan)
依規定前排座椅禁止乘載嬰兒、幼童及兒童。
Even in a moderate collision, the child-restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child. If your vehicle is equipped with a passenger occupant classification system, always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated, when installing a rear-facing child-restraint system on the passenger seat.
Before installing child-restraint system on the passenger seat, move the passenger seat as far back as possible:
In a collision, the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child.
Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated.
Seating a child in a child-restraint system on the passenger seat is dangerous under certain conditions (With Passenger Occupant Classification System):
Your vehicle is equipped with passenger occupant classification sensor. Even with the passenger occupant classification sensor, if you must use the passenger seat to seat a child, using a child-restraint system on the passenger seat under the following conditions increases the danger of the passenger air bag deploying and could result in serious injury or death to the child.
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The passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light does not illuminate when seating a child in the child-restraint system.
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Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child-restraint system.
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The seat is washed.
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Liquids are spilled on the seat.
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The passenger seat is moved backward, pushing into luggage or other items placed behind it.
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Luggage or other items are placed between the passenger seat and driver seat.
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An electric device is put on the passenger's seat.
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An additional electrical device, such as a seat warmer is installed to the surface of the passenger seat.
Do not allow a child or anyone to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side air bags:
It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window, the area of the passenger seat from which the side air bags deploy, even if a child-restraint system is used. The impact of inflation from a side air bag could cause serious injury or death to an out of position child. Furthermore, leaning over or against the door could block the side air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplementary protection. Because the side air bag deploys from the outboard shoulder of the seat, do not allow the child to lean over or against the side window, even if the child is seated in a child-restraint system.
Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time:
Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way cannot spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed. Never use one belt for more than one person at a time and always operate the vehicle with each occupant properly restrained.
Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system:
Child-restraint system anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly installed child-restraint systems. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.
A seat belt or child-restraint system can become very hot in a closed vehicle during warm weather. To avoid burning yourself or a child, check them before you or your child touches them.
(European models)
Your Mazda is equipped with ISOFIX anchors for attachment of ISOFIX child-restraint systems. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to “Using ISOFIX Anchor” (Search).
Child-Restraint System Installation
Categories of Child-Restraint Systems
When purchasing, ask the manufacturer of the child-restraint system which type of child-restraint system is appropriate for your child and vehicle.
(Europe and countries conforming to the UN-R 44 and UN-R 129 regulation)
Child-restraint systems are classified into the following 5 groups according to the UN-R 44 and UN-R 129 regulation.
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Group |
Age |
Weight |
Size Classification/Fixture (CRF) |
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0 |
Up to about 9 months old |
Up to 10 kg (up to 22 lb) |
ISO/L1 |
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ISO/L2 |
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ISO/R1 |
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0 |
Up to about 2 years old |
Up to 13 kg (up to 29 lb) |
ISO/R1 |
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ISO/R2 |
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ISO/R3 |
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1 |
About 8 months to 4 years old |
9 kg ― 18 kg (20 lb ― 40 lb) |
ISO/R2 |
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ISO/R3 |
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ISO/F2 |
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ISO/F2X |
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ISO/F3 |
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2 |
About 3 to 7 years old |
15 kg ― 25 kg (33 lb ― 55 lb) |
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3 |
About 6 to 12 years old |
22 kg ― 36 kg (48 lb ― 79 lb) |
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(Other countries)
Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of child-restraint systems in your country.
Child-Restraint System Types
(Europe and countries conforming to the UN-R 44 and UN-R 129 regulation)
In this owner's manual, explanation of child-restraint systems secured with seat belts is provided for the following 3 types of popular child-restraint systems: baby seat, child seat, junior seat.
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Installation position is determined by the type of child-restraint system. Always read the manufacturer's instructions and this owner's manual carefully.
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Due to variations in the design of child-restraint systems, vehicle seats and seat belts, all child-restraint systems may not fit all seating positions. Before purchasing a child-restraint system, it should be tested in the specific vehicle seating position (or positions) where it is intended to be used. If a previously purchased child-restraint system does not fit, you may need to purchase a different one that will.
Baby seat
Equal to Group 0 and 0
of the UN-R 44 and UN-R 129 regulation.
Child seat
Equal to Group 1 of the UN-R 44 and UN-R 129 regulation.
Junior seat
Equal to Group 2 and 3 of the UN-R 44 and UN-R 129 regulation.
(Other countries)
Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of child-restraint systems in your country.
Baby Seat Installation Position
Child Seat Installation Position
A child seat is used in front-facing and rear-facing positions depending on the age and size of the child. When installing, follow the manufacturer's instructions in accordance with the appropriate age and size of the child as well as the directions for installing the child-restraint system.
Refer to the table, “Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions” for child seat installation position (Search).
Rear-facing type
Always install a rear-facing child seat in the correct seat position:
Installing a rear-facing child seat without first consulting the table “Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions” is dangerous. A rear-facing child seat installed on the wrong seat position cannot be properly secured. In a collision, the child could hit something or someone in the vehicle and be seriously injured or even killed.
Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system on the passenger seat protected by an air bag:
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.
The child-restraint system can be hit by the deploying air bag and knocked out of position. A child in the child-restraint system could be seriously injured or killed. If your vehicle is equipped with a passenger occupant classification system, always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated, if installing a rear-facing child-restraint system on the passenger seat is unavoidable.
Front-facing type
Never install a front-facing child seat in the wrong seat position:
Installing a front-facing child seat without first consulting the table “Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions” is dangerous. A front-facing child seat installed in the wrong seat position cannot be properly secured. In a collision, the child could hit something or someone in the vehicle and be seriously injured or even killed.
Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated.
Before installing child-restraint system on the passenger seat, move the passenger seat as far back as possible:
In a collision, the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child.
Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated.
Junior Seat Installation Position
A junior seat is used in the front-facing position only.
Refer to the table, “Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions” for junior seat installation position (Search).
Always install a junior seat in the correct seat position:
Installing a junior seat without first consulting the table “Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions” is dangerous. A junior seat installed on the wrong seat position cannot be properly secured. In a collision, the child could hit something or someone in the vehicle and be seriously injured or even killed.
Before installing child-restraint system on the passenger seat, move the passenger seat as far back as possible:*1
In a collision, the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child.
Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light is illuminated.
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The rearmost position may not be suitable for the installation of some child-restraint systems.
Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions Table
(Europe and countries conforming to the UN-R 16 regulation)
Provided information in the table shows your child-restraint system suitability for various seating position. For installation suitability of other manufacturer child-restraint system, carefully consult the manufacturer's instructions which accompany the child-restraint system.
When installing a child-restraint system, the following points must be observed:
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When installing a child-restraint system to the passenger seat, adjust the seat slide position as far back as possible.
Refer to Adjusting the Passenger's Seat (Search).
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When it is difficult to install a child-restraint system to the passenger seat, or the seat belt cannot be secured to the child-restraint system, perform the following operations to adjust the seat holding the child-restraint system so that the seat belt can be secured completely to it.
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Move the seat forward or back.
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Move the seatback forward or back.
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An i-Size child-restraint system refers to a child-restraint system which has acquired i-Size category certification for the UN-R 129 regulation.
When installing a child-restraint system to the passenger seat, refer to the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions and the Using ISOFIX Anchor (Search).
Except Taiwan
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Seating position |
Passenger |
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Airbag activated |
Airbag de-activated |
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Seating position suitable for universal belted (Yes/No) |
Yes (UF) |
Yes (U) |
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i-Size seating position (Yes/No) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable rearward facing fixture (R1) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable rearward facing fixture (R2) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable rearward facing fixture (R2X) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable rearward facing fixture (R3) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable forward facing fixture (F2) |
No |
Yes (IUF) |
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Largest suitable forward facing fixture (F2X) |
No |
Yes (IUF) |
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Largest suitable forward facing fixture (F3) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable lateral facing fixture (L1) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable lateral facing fixture (L2) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable booster fixture (B2) |
No |
No |
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Largest suitable booster fixture (B3) |
No |
No |
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Non i-size compatible with a support leg (Yes/No) |
No |
Yes |
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Lower ISOFIX anchorages but without Top Tether (Yes/No) |
No |
No |
U = Suitable for “universal” category restraints approved for use in this mass group.
UF = Suitable for forward-facing “universal” category restraints approved for use in this mass group.
IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraints systems of universal category approved for use in the mass group.
L = Suitable for particular child restraints given on attached list. These restraints may be of the “specific vehicle”, “restricted” or “semi-universal” categories.
IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint systems (CRS) given in the attached list. These ISOFIX CRS are those of the “specific vehicle”, “restricted” or “semi-universal” categories.
i-U = Suitable for i-Size “universal” Child Restraint Systems forward and rearward facing.
i-UF = Suitable for forward-facing i-Size “universal” Child Restraint Systems only.
Yes = Child-restraint system can be secured on the seat.
No = Child-restraint system cannot be secured on the seat, or there is no fixture.
X = Child-restraint system cannot be installed.
Regarding child-restraint systems which can be installed to your Mazda, consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Taiwan
ISOFIX anchor-secured child-restraint systems
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Mass group |
Size Class |
Fixture |
Seat Positions |
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Vehicle ISOFIX positions |
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Passenger seat |
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Carrycot |
F |
ISO/L1 |
X |
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G |
ISO/L2 |
X |
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(1) |
X |
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GROUP 0 Up to 10 kg (up to 22 lb) |
E |
ISO/R1 |
X |
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(1) |
X |
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GROUP 0 |
E |
ISO/R1 |
X |
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D |
ISO/R2 |
X |
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C |
ISO/R3 |
X |
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(1) |
X |
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GROUP 1 9 kg ― 18 kg (20 lb ― 40 lb) |
D |
ISO/R2 |
X |
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C |
ISO/R3 |
X |
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B |
ISO/F2 |
X |
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B1 |
ISO/F2X |
X |
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A |
ISO/F3 |
X |
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(1) |
X |
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GROUP 2 15 kg ― 25 kg (33 lb ― 55 lb) |
(1) |
X |
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GROUP 3 22 kg ― 36 kg (48 lb ― 79 lb) |
(1) |
X |
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(1) For the CRS which do not carry the ISO/XX size class identification (A to G), for the applicable mass group, the car manufacturer shall indicate the vehicle specific ISOFIX child-restraint system(s) recommended for each position.
Key of letters to be inserted in the above table:
IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward child-restraints systems of universal category approved for use in this mass group.
IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child-restraint systems (CRS) given in the attached list.
These ISOFIX CRS are those of the “specific vehicle”, “restricted” or “semi-universal” categories.
X = ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child-restraint systems in this mass group and/or this size class.
i-Size child-restraint systems
An i-Size child-restraint system can be installed to the specified seat as follows:
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Passenger seat |
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i-Size child-restraint systems |
X |
Key of letters to be inserted in the above table:
X = Seating position not suitable for i-Size “universal” child-restraint systems.
Seat belt-secured child-restraint systems
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System group |
Age group |
Weight group |
Child-restraint system type |
Passenger seat |
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GROUP 0 |
Up to about 9 months old |
Up to 10 kg (up to 22 lb) |
Baby seat |
X |
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GROUP 0 |
Up to about 2 years old |
Up to 13 kg (up to 29 lb) |
Baby seat |
X |
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GROUP 1 |
About 8 months to 4 years old |
9 kg ― 18 kg (20 lb ― 40 lb) |
Child seat |
L |
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GROUP 2 |
About 3 to 7 years old |
15 kg― 25 kg (33 lb ― 55 lb) |
Junior seat |
L |
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GROUP 3 |
About 6 to 12 years old |
22 kg ― 36 kg (48 lb ― 79 lb) |
Junior seat |
L |
Key of letters to be inserted in the above table:
U = Suitable for “universal” category restraints approved for use in this mass group.
UF = Suitable for forward-facing “universal” category restraints approved for use in this mass group.
L = For the child restraint systems categorized in this weight group, consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Regarding child-restraint systems which can be installed, refer to the accessories catalog.
X = Seat position not suitable for children in this mass group.
(Refer to the “Accessories Catalog” for installing a Mazda genuine child-restraint system.)
(Other countries)
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Regarding child-restraint systems which can be installed to your Mazda, consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
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Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of child-restraint systems in your country.
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For the CRS which do not carry the ISO/XX size class identification (A to G), for the applicable mass group, the child seat manufacturer shall indicate the vehicle specific ISOFIX child-restraint systems recommended for each position.
Installing Child-Restraint Systems
Anchor Bracket
Anchor brackets for securing child-restraint systems are equipped in the vehicle. Locate anchor position using the illustration.
To install a child-restraint system, always follow the instruction manual accompanying the child-restraint system.
Anchor bracket location
Use the indicated anchor bracket locations when installing a child-restraint system equipped with a tether.
Always attach the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position:
Attaching the tether strap to the incorrect tether anchor position is dangerous. In a collision, the tether strap could come off and loosen the child-restraint system. If the child-restraint system moves it could result in death or injury to the child.
Always route the tether strap between the head restraint and the seatback:
Routing the tether strap on top of the head restraint is dangerous. In a collision the tether strap could slide off the head restraint and loosen the child-restraint system. The child-restraint system could move which may result in death or injury to the child.
When moving the seats forward and rearward, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your hand while operating. If the seatback is not held, the seat will move suddenly and could cause injury.
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Open the convertible top.
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Slide the passenger seat as far back as possible and then slide it forward about 10 notches (100 mm) so that your hand can be placed behind it (Search).
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Remove the cover.
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Place the child-restraint on the passenger seat.
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Pass the tether strap under the head restraint and install it to the tether anchor.
For the tether strap adjustment method, refer to the child-restraint seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Using the Seat Belt
When moving the seats forward and rearward, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your hand while operating. If the seatback is not held, the seat will move suddenly and could cause injury.
When installing a child-restraint system, follow the installation instructions included with the product.
Also, open the convertible top and slide the seat as far back as possible, fold down the seatback as far as possible.
Using ISOFIX Anchor (Some Models)
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the use of the child-restraint system:
An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure any child-restraint system is properly secured in place according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure the child-restraint system is properly secured:
A child-restraint system that is not secured is dangerous. In a sudden stop or collision, it can become a projectile and hit someone, causing serious injury. When not in use, remove it from the vehicle, put it in the boot or at least make sure it is securely fastened to the ISOFIX anchors.
Make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the ISOFIX anchor-secured child-restraint system:
Not following the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions when installing the child-restraint system is dangerous. If seat belts or a foreign object prevent the child-restraint system from being securely attached to the ISOFIX anchors and the child-restraint system is installed improperly, the child-restraint system could move in a sudden stop or collision causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. When installing the child-restraint system, make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the ISOFIX anchors. Always follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.
When moving the seats forward and rearward, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your hand while operating. If the seatback is not held, the seat will move suddenly and could cause injury.
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Open the convertible top.
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Make sure the ignition is switched off.
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Slide the passenger seat as far back as possible (Search).*1
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You may need to move the seat forward slightly and recline the back of the seat, in order to assist in the fitment of some child-restraint systems.
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Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked.
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Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the ISOFIX anchor.
The markings above the ISOFIX anchors indicate the locations of the ISOFIX anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system.
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Secure the child-restraint system using the ISOFIX anchor, following the child-restraint system manufacturer's instruction.
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Switch the ignition ON and make sure the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light illuminates after installing a child-restraint system on the passenger seat.
If the passenger air bag deactivation OFF indicator light does not illuminate, remove the child-restraint system, switch the ignition to OFF, and then re-install the child-restraint system (Search).
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If your child-restraint system came equipped with a tether, that probably means it is very important to properly secure the tether for child safety. Please carefully follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions when installing tethers (Search).
Always attach the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position:
Attaching the tether strap to the incorrect tether anchor position is dangerous. In a collision, the tether strap could come off and loosen the child-restraint system. If the child-restraint system moves it could result in death or injury to the child.
Always route the tether strap between the head restraint and the seatback:
Routing the tether strap on top of the head restraint is dangerous. In a collision the tether strap could slide off the head restraint and loosen the child-restraint system. The child-restraint system could move which may result in death or injury to the child.
