Choosing a child car seat

In Finland, a child under 135 cm tall must use a child restraint suited to their size in the car. A correctly chosen and installed seat significantly reduces the risk of injury. This guide helps you choose a seat and avoid the most common mistakes.

You will need

• Your child's height and weight
• Your car's owner's manual
• Information on whether your car has ISOFIX anchor points
• The chance to try the seat in the car before buying

Steps

1. Find out your child's size

   Choose the seat according to your child's height and weight, not just their age. Newer i-Size seats (R129) state their suitability in centimetres.

2. Choose an infant carrier for a baby

3. Keep them rear-facing for a long time

4. Take the airbag into account

5. Try it in the car before buying

6. Install it carefully

7. Tighten the harness correctly

8. Move on to a booster seat at the right time

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