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Owner’s Manual
2017 CONTINENTAL
June 2016
First Printing
Owner’s Manual
Continental
Litho in U.S.A.
HD9J 19A321 AA
2017 CONTINENTAL Owner’s Manual
owner.lincoln.com lincolncanada.com
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 2016
All rights reserved.
Part Number: 20160506152416
Introduction
About This Manual............................................7
Symbols Glossary..............................................7
Data Recording..................................................9
California Proposition 65...............................12
Perchlorate........................................................12
Lincoln Automotive Financial
Services.........................................................12
Replacement Parts Recommendation........13
Special Notices.................................................13
Mobile Communications Equipment...........14
Export Unique Options...................................14
Environment
Protecting the Environment..........................16
Child Safety
General Information........................................17
Child Seats........................................................19
Installing Child Restraints..............................19
Booster Seats..................................................28
Child Restraint Positioning............................31
Child Safety Locks..........................................32
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation....................................34
Fastening the Seatbelts................................35
Seatbelt Height Adjustment.........................39
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime............................................................39
Seatbelt Reminder..........................................40
Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance.................................................41
Seatbelt Extension.........................................42
Personal Safety System
Personal Safety System..............................43
Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation....................................44
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................45
Front Passenger Sensing System...............47
Side Airbags.....................................................49
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........50
Safety Canopy................................................51
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........52
Airbag Disposal...............................................53
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio
Frequencies.................................................54
Remote Control...............................................55
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.................62
Using MyKey With Remote Start
Systems.........................................................63
MyKey Troubleshooting................................63
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking.................................65
Opening the Doors..........................................71
Emergency Door Release.............................72
Power Decklid..................................................72
Soft Closing Door............................................75
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Keyless Entry....................................................75
Interior Luggage Compartment
Release..........................................................77
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System............................79
Anti-Theft Alarm...............................................81
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................82
Audio Control...................................................83
Voice Control...................................................83
Cruise Control..................................................83
Information Display Control.........................84
Heated Steering Wheel.................................84
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers.........................................85
Autowipers.......................................................85
Windshield Washers.......................................87
Lighting
General Information.......................................88
Lighting Control...............................................88
Autolamps.........................................................89
Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................90
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................90
Daytime Running Lamps...............................90
Automatic High Beam Control.....................91
Adaptive Headlamps.....................................92
Direction Indicators........................................93
Interior Lamps..................................................93
Ambient Lighting............................................95
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................96
Global Opening and Closing.......................97
Exterior Mirrors................................................97
Interior Mirror.................................................100
Sun Visors........................................................101
Sun Shades......................................................101
Moonroof.........................................................102
Instrument Cluster
Gauges.............................................................103
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................105
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............109
Information Displays
General Information.......................................110
Information Messages...................................118
Head Up Display............................................137
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control...........................141
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate.........................................................143
Rear Passenger Climate Controls.............145
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................146
Cabin Air Filter................................................147
Remote Start...................................................147
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................148
Head Restraints.............................................148
Power Seats....................................................152
Memory Function..........................................156
Rear Seats.......................................................158
Heated Seats.................................................160
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Climate Controlled Seats.............................161
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................162
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................164
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................168
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................170
Overhead Console........................................170
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information.......................................171
Keyless Starting..............................................171
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................172
Engine Block Heater.....................................175
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................176
Fuel Quality.....................................................177
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................178
Running Out of Fuel......................................178
Refueling..........................................................179
Fuel Consumption.........................................182
Emission Control System............................183
Transmission
Automatic Transmission...............................187
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................192
Brakes
General Information.....................................201
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes..........................................................201
Electric Parking Brake.................................202
Auto Hold.......................................................204
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................207
Using Traction Control................................207
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................209
Using Stability Control.................................210
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation...................................211
Rear Parking Aid............................................212
Front Parking Aid..........................................212
Side Sensing System....................................214
Active Park Assist..........................................215
Rear View Camera.......................................223
360 Degree Camera...................................226
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................229
Using Cruise Control...................................229
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................230
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................239
Lane Keeping System.................................240
Blind Spot Information System.................245
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................247
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Steering...........................................................251
Pre-Collision Assist......................................253
Drive Control.................................................256
Load Carrying
Load Limit.......................................................258
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................263
Recommended Towing Weights..............264
Essential Towing Checks...........................265
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........267
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................269
Economical Driving......................................269
Driving Through Water...............................269
Floor Mats......................................................270
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................272
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................273
Fuel Shutoff....................................................273
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................274
Post-Crash Alert System.............................277
Transporting the Vehicle.............................277
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................279
In California (U.S. Only)...............................280
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only).........................281
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program
(Canada Only)...........................................282
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.......................................................283
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature....................................................284
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......285
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only)............................................................285
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................287
Changing a Fuse..........................................303
Maintenance
General Information.....................................306
Opening and Closing the Hood...............306
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost/
3.7L..............................................................308
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L
EcoBoost...................................................310
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost.......312
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L EcoBoost.......312
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L............................312
Engine Oil Check...........................................312
Oil Change Indicator Reset.........................314
Engine Coolant Check.................................314
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......319
Brake Fluid Check........................................323
Washer Fluid Check.....................................323
Fuel Filter........................................................324
Changing the 12V Battery..........................324
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................325
Changing the Wiper Blades......................325
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................326
Changing a Bulb...........................................327
Bulb Specification Chart.............................328
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Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L......330
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L
EcoBoost/3.0L EcoBoost...................330
Vehicle Care
General Information.....................................332
Cleaning Products........................................332
Cleaning the Exterior...................................333
Waxing.............................................................335
Cleaning the Engine....................................335
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades.........................................................336
Cleaning the Interior....................................336
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens.........................336
Cleaning Leather Seats...............................337
Repairing Minor Paint Damage.................338
Cleaning the Wheels...................................338
Vehicle Storage............................................339
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care..........................................................341
Using Summer Tires....................................354
Using Snow Chains......................................355
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............356
Changing a Road Wheel............................360
Technical Specifications.............................366
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.7L
EcoBoost..................................................368
Engine Specifications - 3.0L
EcoBoost..................................................369
Engine Specifications - 3.7L........................371
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L EcoBoost............372
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L EcoBoost............373
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L.................................374
Vehicle Identification Number...................376
Vehicle Certification Label.........................376
Transmission Code Designation...............377
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L
EcoBoost..................................................378
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L
EcoBoost..................................................384
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L........389
Audio System
General Information.....................................396
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/
FM/CD.........................................................397
USB Port..........................................................401
Media Hub.......................................................401
SYNC 3
General Information.....................................402
Home Screen.................................................418
Using Voice Recognition.............................419
Entertainment................................................430
Climate............................................................443
Phone..............................................................448
Navigation......................................................456
Apps................................................................466
Settings...........................................................469
SYNC 3 Troubleshooting..........................486
Accessories
Accessories...................................................503
Lincoln Protect
Lincoln Protect..............................................505
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Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information...........508
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..............512
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance...............................................517
Scheduled Maintenance Record...............521
Appendices
End User License Agreement....................541
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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 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.
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 the vehicle
you have purchased.
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 your 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 side.A
Left-hand side.B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see
on your vehicle.
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
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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 seatbelt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
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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 in 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.
Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Ford of
Canada, in Canada) may, where permitted
by law, use vehicle diagnostic information
for vehicle improvement or with other
information we may have about you, (e.g.,
your contact information), to offer you
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products or services that may interest you.
Data may be provided to our service
providers such as part suppliers that may
help diagnose malfunctions, and who are
similarly obligated to protect data. We retain
this data only as long as necessary to
perform these functions or to comply with
law. We may provide information where
required in response to official requests to
law enforcement or other government
authorities or third parties acting with lawful
authority or court order, and such information
may be used in legal proceedings. For U.S.
only (if equipped), if you choose to use
connected apps and services, such as SYNC
Vehicle Health Report or MyFord Mobile App,
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 to
provide services to you, personalizing your
experience, troubleshoot, and to improve
products and services and offer you products
and services that may interest you, where
permitted by law. For Canada only, for more
information, please review the Ford of
Canada privacy policy at www.ford.ca,
including our U.S. data storage and use of
service providers in other jurisdictions who
may be subject to legal requirements in
Canada, the United States and other
countries applicable to them, for example,
lawful requirements to disclose personal
information to governmental authorities in
those countries. See SYNC 3 (page 402).
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.
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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
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
SYNC 3 (page 402).
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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 SYNC 3 (page 402).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNINGS
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.
WARNINGS
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer. Wash your hands
after handling.
PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such as
airbag modules, seatbelt 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/hazard-
ouswaste/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
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P.O. Box 542000
Omaha, NE 68154-8000
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle 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.
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 that 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.
Never place front seat mounted
rear-facing child or infant seats in front
of an active passenger airbag.
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On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector
WARNING
Use of wireless plug-in devices in the
OBD Data Link Connector (DLC) may
allow unauthorized third parties to gain
access to vehicle systems and data which
could impair the function of various vehicle
systems, including safety-related systems.
The DLC should only be used by a repair
facility that operates in accordance with
Fords service and repair instructions.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in conjunction
with a diagnostic scan tool for vehicle
diagnostics, repairs and reprogramming
services. Installing an aftermarket device that
uses the DLC during normal driving for
purposes such as remote insurance company
monitoring, transmission of vehicle data to
other devices or entities, or altering the
performance of the vehicle, may cause
interference with or even damage to vehicle
systems. We do not recommend or endorse
the use of aftermarket plug-in devices unless
approved by Ford. The vehicle Warranty will
not cover damage caused by an aftermarket
plug-in device.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
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.
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.
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
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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
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and other safety
organizations, base their recommendations
for child restraints on probable child height,
age and weight thresholds, or on the
minimum requirements of the law. We
recommend that you check with a NHTSA
Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician
(CPST) to make sure that you properly install
the child restraint in your vehicle and that
you consult your pediatrician to make sure
you have a child restraint appropriate for
your child. To locate a child restraint fitting
station and CPST, contact NHTSA toll free
at 1-888-327-4236 or go to
WARNINGS
www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, contact
Transport Canada toll free at 1-800-333-0371
or go to www.tc.gc.ca to find a Child Car Seat
Clinic in your area. Failure to properly restrain
children in child restraints made especially
for their height, age and weight, may result
in an increased risk of serious injury or death
to your child.
On hot days, the temperature inside
the vehicle 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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/