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March 2015
First Printing
Owner’s Manual
MKX
Litho in U.S.A.
Owner’s Manual
2016 MKX
2016 MKX Owner’s Manual
lincolnowner.com lincolncanada.com
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The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design
or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any
form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.
© Ford Motor Company 2015
All rights reserved.
Part Number: 20150223195445
Introduction
About This Manual............................................7
Symbols Glossary..............................................7
Data Recording..................................................9
California Proposition 65................................11
Perchlorate........................................................12
Lincoln Automotive Financial
Services.........................................................12
Replacement Parts Recommendation........12
Special Notices.................................................13
Mobile Communications Equipment...........14
Export Unique Options...................................14
Environment
Protecting the Environment..........................15
Child Safety
General Information........................................16
Installing Child Seats......................................18
Booster Seats...................................................27
Child Seat Positioning...................................29
Child Safety Locks...........................................31
Safety Belts
Principle of Operation....................................33
Fastening the Safety Belts...........................34
Safety Belt Height Adjustment....................38
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime............................................................39
Safety Belt Minder..........................................40
Child Restraint and Safety Belt
Maintenance.................................................41
Personal Safety System
Personal Safety System..............................43
Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation....................................44
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................45
Front Passenger Sensing System..............46
Side Airbags.....................................................50
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags..........51
Safety Canopy................................................51
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........52
Airbag Disposal...............................................54
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio
Frequencies.................................................55
Remote Control...............................................56
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote
Control..........................................................59
MyKey
Principle of Operation...................................60
Creating a MyKey............................................61
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................62
Checking MyKey System Status.................64
Using MyKey With Remote Start
Systems........................................................65
MyKey Troubleshooting................................65
Locks
Locking and Unlocking..................................67
Manual Liftgate.................................................71
Power Liftgate..................................................73
Keyless Entry....................................................76
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Security
Passive Anti-Theft System............................80
Anti-Theft Alarm...............................................81
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles
With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column..........................................................83
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles
With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column..........................................................83
Audio Control...................................................84
Voice Control...................................................85
Cruise Control.................................................85
Information Display Control.........................85
Heated Steering Wheel................................86
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers..........................................87
Autowipers.......................................................88
Windshield Washers......................................89
Rear Window Wiper and Washers..............89
Lighting
General Information........................................91
Lighting Control................................................91
Autolamps........................................................92
Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................93
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................94
Daytime Running Lamps...............................94
Automatic High Beam Control....................95
Adaptive Headlamps.....................................96
Direction Indicators........................................97
Welcome Lighting...........................................97
Interior Lamps..................................................97
Ambient Lighting............................................99
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................100
Global Opening and Closing.......................101
Exterior Mirrors...............................................101
Interior Mirror.................................................104
Sun Visors.......................................................105
Moonroof.........................................................105
Instrument Cluster
Gauges.............................................................107
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................109
Audible Warnings and Indicators...............113
Information Displays
General Information.......................................114
Information Messages..................................121
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control.........................140
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate.........................................................142
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................143
Cabin Air Filter...............................................143
Remote Start...................................................144
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................145
Head Restraints.............................................145
Power Seats....................................................148
Memory Function...........................................151
Rear Seats.......................................................153
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Heated Seats..................................................154
Climate Controlled Seats............................155
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................157
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................158
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................163
Storage Compartments
Glove Box........................................................165
Center Console.............................................165
Overhead Console.......................................166
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information......................................167
Keyless Starting.............................................167
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................168
Engine Block Heater......................................171
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................173
Fuel Quality.....................................................174
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................175
Running Out of Fuel......................................175
Refueling..........................................................176
Fuel Consumption.........................................178
Emission Control System.............................179
Transmission
Automatic Transmission..............................182
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................188
Brakes
General Information......................................194
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes..........................................................194
Electric Parking Brake..................................195
Auto Hold........................................................197
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................200
Using Traction Control................................200
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................202
Using Stability Control................................204
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................205
Rear Parking Aid...........................................206
Front Parking Aid.........................................206
Side Sensing System...................................207
Active Park Assist........................................209
Rear View Camera........................................217
360 Degree Parking Aid Camera............220
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................223
Using Cruise Control...................................223
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................224
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Driving Aids
Driver Alert......................................................231
Lane Keeping System.................................232
Blind Spot Information System..................237
Steering..........................................................242
Pre-Collision Assist......................................243
Drive Control.................................................246
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................249
Cargo Nets.....................................................249
Luggage Covers...........................................250
Roof Racks and Load Carriers...................251
Load Limit........................................................251
Towing
Towing a Trailer..............................................261
Trailer Sway Control....................................262
Recommended Towing Weights..............262
Essential Towing Checks............................264
Transporting the Vehicle............................266
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........267
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................269
Reduced Engine Performance..................269
Economical Driving......................................269
Driving Through Water................................270
Floor Mats........................................................271
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................272
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................273
Fuel Shutoff....................................................273
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................274
Post-Crash Alert System.............................276
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need.................277
In California (U.S. Only)...............................278
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)........................279
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program
(Canada Only)...........................................280
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.......................................................280
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature....................................................282
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......282
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only)............................................................283
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................284
Changing a Fuse...........................................301
Maintenance
General Information.....................................302
Opening and Closing the Hood...............302
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L
EcoBoost..................................................304
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L....................306
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost......307
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L...........................308
Engine Oil Check.........................................308
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................309
Engine Coolant Check................................309
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......313
Brake Fluid Check.........................................315
Washer Fluid Check......................................315
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Fuel Filter.........................................................316
Changing the 12V Battery...........................316
Checking the Wiper Blades........................318
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................318
Adjusting the Headlamps............................319
Changing a Bulb............................................321
Bulb Specification Chart.............................322
Changing the Engine Air Filter..................324
Vehicle Care
General Information.....................................325
Cleaning Products........................................325
Cleaning the Exterior..................................325
Waxing............................................................326
Cleaning the Engine....................................327
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades.........................................................327
Cleaning the Interior....................................328
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens.........................330
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................330
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..................331
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels..........................331
Vehicle Storage............................................332
Wheels and Tires
General Information.....................................334
Temporary Mobility Kit................................336
Tire Care.........................................................342
Using Summer Tires....................................358
Using Snow Chains......................................358
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............359
Changing a Road Wheel.............................363
Technical Specifications.............................368
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.7L
EcoBoost..................................................370
Engine Specifications - 3.7L........................371
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L EcoBoost............372
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L.................................373
Vehicle Identification Number...................374
Vehicle Certification Label.........................374
Transmission Code Designation...............375
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L
EcoBoost..................................................376
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.........381
Audio System
General Information.....................................388
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/
FM/CD.........................................................389
Media Hub.......................................................391
MyLincoln Touch
General Information.....................................392
Settings...........................................................403
Entertainment................................................422
Phone..............................................................445
Information.....................................................455
Climate............................................................469
Navigation......................................................473
MyLincoln Touch Troubleshooting.........486
Accessories
Accessories...................................................494
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
Extended Service Plan (ESP).....................496
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Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information...........499
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............503
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance..............................................507
Scheduled Maintenance Record................511
Appendices
End User License Agreement...................522
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Lincoln. We
recommend that you take some time to get
to know your vehicle by reading this manual.
The more that you know about it, the greater
the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and injury.
We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the
use of any handheld device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you are
aware of all applicable local laws that may
affect the use of electronic devices while
driving.
Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to your
vehicle.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual
may show features as used in different
models, so may appear different to you on
your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling your
vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.
E154903
Right-hand sideA
Left-hand sideB
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the
environment. Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and
lubrication materials are significant steps
toward this aim.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see
on your vehicle.
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Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
E162384
Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
E71340
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten safety belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
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Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
E161353
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
E139213
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
E138639
Stability control
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are
capable of collecting and storing diagnostic
information about your vehicle. This
potentially includes information about the
performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine,
throttle, steering or brake systems. In order
to properly diagnose and service your
vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of
Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle
diagnostic information received through a
direct connection to your vehicle when
diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
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Additionally, when your vehicle is in for
service or repair, Ford Motor Company, Ford
of Canada, and service and repair facilities
may access or share among them data for
vehicle improvement purposes. For U.S. only
(if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC
Vehicle Health Report, you consent that
certain diagnostic information may also be
accessed electronically by Ford Motor
Company and Ford authorized service
facilities, and that the diagnostic information
may be used for any purpose. See
MyLincoln Touch (page 392).
Event Data Recording
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder. The main purpose of an event
data recorder is to record, in certain crash
or near crash-like situations, such as an
airbag deployment or hitting a road
obstacle; this data will assist in
understanding how a vehicles systems
performed. The event data recorder is
designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The event data recorder in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
Whether or not the driver and
passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or the
brake pedal; and
How fast the vehicle was traveling; and
Where the driver was positioning the
steering wheel.
This data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
Note: Event data recorder data is recorded
by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash
situation occurs; no data is recorded by the
event data recorder under normal driving
conditions and no personal data or
information (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) is recorded (see limitations
regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions
and Information privacy below). However,
parties, such as law enforcement, could
combine the event data recorder data with
the type of personally identifying data
routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an event data
recorder, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the event data
recorder is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such
as law enforcement, that have such special
equipment, can read the information if they
have access to the vehicle or the event data
recorder. Ford Motor Company and Ford
of Canada do not access event data
recorder information without obtaining
consent, unless pursuant to court order or
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where required by law enforcement, other
government authorities or other third
parties acting with lawful authority. Other
parties may seek to access the information
independently of Ford Motor Company and
Ford of Canada.
Note: Including to the extent that any law
pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies
to SYNC or its features, please note the
following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is
enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through
any paired and connected cell phone,
disclose to emergency services that the
vehicle has been in a crash involving the
deployment of an airbag or, in certain
vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump
shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911
Assist may also be capable of being used
to electronically or verbally provide to 911
operators the vehicle location (such as
latitude and longitude), and/or other details
about the vehicle or crash or personal
information about the occupants to assist
911 operators to provide the most
appropriate emergency services. If you do
not want to disclose this information, do
not activate the 911 Assist feature. See
MyLincoln Touch (page 392).
Additionally, when you connect to Traffic,
Directions and Information (if equipped,
U.S. only), the service uses GPS technology
and advanced vehicle sensors to collect
the vehicles current location, travel
direction, and speed (vehicle travel
information), only to help provide you with
the directions, traffic reports, or business
searches that you request. If you do not
want Ford or its vendors to receive this
information, do not activate the service. For
more information, see Traffic, Directions
and Information, Terms and Conditions.
See MyLincoln Touch (page 392).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Some constituents of engine exhaust,
certain vehicle components, certain
fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such as
airbag modules, safety belt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling may
apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
For more information visit:
Web Address
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate
LINCOLN AUTOMOTIVE
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services offers
a full range of financing and lease plans to
help you acquire your vehicle. We are
dedicated to providing answers, information
and a truly extraordinary experience.
Use the options below to contact us with
questions about your account or financing
and we will respond promptly:
Web Address
www.LincolnAFS.com
Phone: 1-888-498-8801
Mail: Lincoln Automotive Financial Services
P.O. Box 542000
Omaha, NE 68154-8000
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
Your vehicle has been built to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts whenever
your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that conform
to the specifications detailed in this Owners
Manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
meet or exceed these specifications.
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Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents do happen. Genuine
Ford replacement collision parts meet our
stringent requirements for fit, finish, structural
integrity, corrosion protection and dent
resistance. During vehicle development we
validate these parts deliver the intended
level of protection as a whole system. A great
way to know for sure you are getting this
level of protection is to use genuine Ford
replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Lincoln Warranty. Damage
caused to your vehicle as a result of the
failure of non-Ford parts may not be covered
by the Lincoln Warranty. For additional
information, refer to the terms and conditions
of the Lincoln Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is covered
and what is not covered by your vehicles
New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the
Warranty Manual that is provided to you
along with your Owners Manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted
with sophisticated electronic controls.
WARNINGS
You risk death or serious injury to
yourself and others if you do not follow
the instruction highlighted by the warning
symbol. Failure to follow the specific
warnings and instructions could result in
personal injury.
Front seat mounted rear-facing child
or infant seats should NEVER be
placed in front of an active passenger airbag.
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicles On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
system has a data port for diagnostics, repair
and reprogramming services with diagnostic
scan tools. Installing a non-Ford-approved
aftermarket OBD plug-in device that uses
the port during normal driving, for example
remote insurance company monitoring,
remote vehicle diagnostics, telematics or
engine reprogramming, may cause
interference or damage to vehicle systems.
We do not recommend or endorse the use
of any non-Ford-approved aftermarket OBD
plug-in devices. The vehicle Warranty may
not cover damage caused by any
non-Ford-approved aftermarket OBD plug-in
device.
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MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
Using mobile communications equipment is
becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when
using mobile communications equipment to
avoid negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but is
not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and injury.
We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the
use of any hand-held device while driving
and encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you are
aware of all applicable local laws that may
affect the use of electronic devices while
driving.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your vehicle
may be equipped with features and options
that are different from the features and
options that are described in this Owners
Manual. A market unique supplement may
be supplied that complements this book. By
referring to the market unique supplement,
if provided, you can properly identify those
features, recommendations and
specifications that are unique to your vehicle.
This Owners Manual is written primarily for
the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or
equipment listed as standard may be
different on units built for Export. Refer to
this Owners Manual for all other required
information and warnings.
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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
You must play your part in protecting the
environment. Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and
lubrication materials are significant steps
toward this aim.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
See the following sections for directions on
how to properly use safety restraints for
children.
WARNINGS
Always make sure your child is secured
properly in a device that is appropriate
for their height, age and weight. Child safety
restraints must be bought separately from
your vehicle. Failure to follow these
instructions and guidelines may result in an
increased risk of serious injury or death to
your child.
WARNINGS
All children are shaped differently. The
recommendations for safety restraints
are based on probable child height, age and
weight thresholds from National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration and other safety
organizations, or are the minimum
requirements of law. Ford recommends
checking with a NHTSA Certified Child
Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and
consult your pediatrician to make sure your
child seat is appropriate for your child, and
is compatible with and properly installed in
your vehicle. To locate a child seat fitting
station and CPST, contact the NHTSA toll
free at 1-888-327-4236 or go to
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, check
with your local St. John Ambulance office for
referral to a CPST or for further information,
contact your provincial ministry of
WARNINGS
transportation, locate your local St. John
Ambulance office by searching for St. John
Ambulance on the internet, or Transport
Canada at 1-800-333-0371
(http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly
restrain children in safety seats made
especially for their height, age, and weight
may result in an increased risk of serious
injury or death to your child.
Do not leave children or animals
unattended in the vehicle. On hot days,
the temperature in the trunk or vehicle
interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of
people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause
death or serious heat-related injuries,
including brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.
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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
Recommended restraint typeChild size, height, weight, or ageChild
Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an
infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler
seat).
Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or
younger).
Infants or toddlers
Use a belt-positioning booster seat.Children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a child
safety seat (generally children who are less than 4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m)
tall, are greater than age four and less than age 12, and between
40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and upward to 100 lb (45 kg) if
recommended by your child restraint manufacturer).
Small children
Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt
snug and low across the hips, shoulder belt
centered across the shoulder and chest, and
seat back upright.
Children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a belt-
positioning booster seat (generally children who are at least 4 ft.
9 in. (1.45 m) tall or greater than 80 lb (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if
recommended by child restraint manufacturer).
Larger children
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