Defined by its leadership qualities, Caprice makes a bold statement in terms of power and refinement. With elegant exterior proportions and intricate interior styling, every single detail is nothing less than a mark of distinction. Powered by a 360hp (net) V8 engine, Caprice performs with authority and challenges conventional thinking. What else would you expect from a great leader?
A true leader
A car for a bold era
Commanding performance delivered by powerful talent. With 360 degrees of style, Caprice is to be admired from every angle. The sculptured front end gives it a striking on-road presence. Distinctive wheel arch flares, sweeping chrome highlights and dynamic proportions all add to Caprice’s sleek appeal.
The 2012 Caprice provides unprecedented levels of generosity. Strong yet elegant exterior styling is complemented by a spaciously redesigned, well-equipped interior. Sit behind the wheel and marvel at the thoughtful interior design and how everything simply falls into place.
Command the space around you
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Advanced controls at your fingertips
Plug your MP3 player into the stereo, slip into cruise control and just enjoy the journey. Caprice LS is fitted with a host of features that just make sense.
LS
1. The Driver Information Center Trip distance, average speed, average fuel usage, distance to go, time to go, distance to empty, odometer and speed – you have the choice to show it all, or personalise what’s displayed. You can also use the Driver Information Center to program the headlamp-off delay to light your way to the front door at night. 2. Personal Device Interface Module (PDIM) This innovative new function allows you to control a remote audio device – your iPod® for example – through the Caprice’s audio system controls, including the steeringwheel-mounted audio controls.* 3. Intuitive controls Ergonomic scroll wheels and simple buttons let you adjust radio and trip computer functions. You can make and receive calls using integrated Bluetooth, change radio stations, adjust the volume, select a different CD track, switch from CD to radio, mute the sound, or scroll through trip information – all without taking your hands off the wheel.*
*New features.
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Your every moment behind the wheel rewarded. This is Caprice LTZ, designed with an advanced Linear Control Suspension System. With its sweeping roof line and broad stance, LTZ combines the poise of a sports sedan with the style of a luxury marque. From the word go, LTZ was engineered for the Middle East’s harsh driving conditions, with the added availability of Electronic Stability Program (ESP). It offers precise, assured handling on motorways, city streets and sandy tracks, enabling the driver to feel comfortably in control at all times, on all surfaces.
Your every need anticipated
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An air of sophistication
LTZ
Inside the new LTZ, intention to delight is obvious. Woodgrain accents and satin chrome controls, a classy color palette and complementary textures engender a modern air of tailored elegance. 1. Shifting perceptions Grip the leather gear selector and shift seamlessly through the six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select. 2. Instrument cluster The LTZ’s elegantly streamlined instrument cluster minimises distraction, with all essential vehicle data presented directly in front of the driver across four analogue instruments and three multifunction displays. Quite simply, everything is within easy reach and is easy to use. 3. Spacious interior Seating offers class-leading legroom for all passengers, while sculptured head and arm rests add to the feeling of comfort.
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When seated in a position of power you’ll need the perfect environment in which to operate. Stretch out on the comfortable driver’s seat and take the time to appreciate the harmony of elements that define the space around you. Exquisite leather and cloth are blended with striking wood and metallic surfaces to create an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication.
Five-star treatment
LTZ
Luxury and sporting excellence
SS
Razor-sharp sports dynamics coupled with a five-star luxury ride. Based on an advanced front and rear multi-link design, the new Linear Control Suspension architecture and forward-mounted variable-ratio steering help Caprice grip the road with an agility that belies its size, while the new six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select optimises performance. From the inside-out, metallic interior treatments, the sports-luxury body kit and body-color grille complement the pedigree of this unique sports sedan.
Expect only the best with Caprice Royale. Powerful Xenon headlamps with automatic washers seemingly turn night into day. Side-mirror courtesy lamps switch on as you remotely unlock your vehicle, ensuring you never put a foot wrong when entering the cabin. From behind, the flowing roofline, chrome décor applique, LED tail lights and chrome-tipped quad exhaust outlets add the finishing touches of perfection to the Caprice Royale. Every moment of every journey is overseen – unobtrusively – by the vehicle’s finely calibrated Electronic Stability Program, complete with Traction Control System, Antilock Braking System, Electronic Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution. Perfect for when the road beckons to be driven. Perfect for effortless, long-distance touring. Perfect, full stop.
Travel in first class
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Music to your ears
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Shift into a new class of luxury with the Royale. Cruise to speed with the Royale’s six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select. And take advantage of a host of comfortable features, whether on a grand tour with kids or making a quick grocery stop. 1. Bose speakers An available Bose premium audio system incorporates 10 speakers including subwoofers. These are positioned throughout the cabin to provide optimum balance for the system’s 220 watts of power. 2. Pull-down armrest Long journeys are made more comfortable with the pull-down leather armrest. 3. Entertainment system Every seat is the best with entertainment a fingertip away. Surround yourself in a concert of music with a premium Bose six-disc CD player with 10 surround-sound speakers. Or take the back seat and enjoy the latest DVD on screens incorporated in each frontseat headrest.
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Technology Technology, not for technology’s sake, but for you, the driver. To better protect you and your investment and make it easier for you to get from your journey’s start to end. Innovation has created a driving experience that is richer and more rewarding than before. Read on and you’ll get the idea. This is not only an incredibly smart vehicle. It’s an extremely smart choice of vehicle.
Malek Road
Satellite navigation Satellite navigation is optional on SS and Royale. Operated via the scroll wheel and buttons mounted on the steering wheel, the system provides visual directions via the driver’s instrument cluster screen and audible directions via the vehicle’s audio system.
Location of features when fitted
Driver Information Center Standard across all models, the Driver Information Center is controlled via the scroll wheel and buttons mounted on the steering wheel. Trip data is shown on the electronic driver display. Depending upon your preferences, the information displayed can include:
3. Center driver display for messages such as satellite navigation directions, trip computer data and more
1. Satellite navigation GPS transmitter 2. Steering-wheel-mounted scroll wheel and buttons for controlling satellite navigation, trip computer, audio system, personalizing settings and hands-free phone calls using Bluetooth
4. Center console screen displays full audio system data 5. Microphone and hands-free Bluetooth mobile phone calls 6. Audio system auxiliary input jack for connecting MP3 players 7. Integrated DVD player with twin screens (Royale)
• Trip distance • Average speed • Average fuel usage • Distance to go • Time to go • Distance to empty • Odometer reading • Speed • Overspeed warnings (visual and audible) • Underspeed warnings (visual and audible) • Rest reminders (every two hours of driving time)
8. Optional integrated single-screen DVD player (LS, LTZ, SS)
Bluetooth Integrated Bluetooth technology – standard on all models – lets you initiate and receive calls, hands-free, at the touch of a button with compatible Bluetooth mobile phones. The controls are conveniently mounted on your steering wheel with the microphone located in the roof console. The call is heard over the audio system, which automatically mutes the music. No wires. No cradles. No headsets. MP3 player connectivity The audio system in all models features a USB port as standard, plus an auxiliary input jack for external music sources, such as MP3 players. DVD player An integrated DVD player with fold-down screen is available as an option. Designed for use by rear passengers, it is incorporated into the roof and comes with wireless headphones and a remote control. Priority key All models come with two priority keys, which store individual driver preferences, such as trip computer display options, personalization settings and radio station presets. Your preferred settings take effect the moment you unlock your car remotely.
It is even possible to track two trips simultaneously.
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Component synchronization To deter theft, unauthorized removal of key components – such as the audio system – disables both the vehicle from which the component was taken and the vehicle into which it is fitted. Night panel Driver distraction and fatigue are reduced by illuminating key panels and speedometer.
Unequalled safety Caprice’s advanced new safety system implements a range of active and passive safety features. ABS is standard and is accompanied with the advanced Electronic Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution systems, ensuring braking distances are minimized in panic situations. The Caprice has a reinforced safety cell and body structure with front and rear crumple zones. Dual-stage front airbags, seatbelt pretensioners and force-limiting belts surround occupants with state-of-theart safety.
Co-ordination of active safety features
ESP® Electronic Stability Program
TCS Traction Control System
ABS Anti-lock Braking System
EBA Electronic Brake Assist
EBD Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) for turning and cornering. The Traction Control System (TCS) that minimises slip when accelerating. Or the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Assistance (EBA) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) that helps you stop quickly with maximum control. You can expect 360° support from the new Caprice’s integrated active safety systems.
ESP® constantly compares the vehicle’s movements with the steering-wheel angle to determine if the vehicle is moving in the direction you intend. If skidding appears imminent, ESP® applies brake pressure to individual wheels as appropriate and, if necessary, trims engine power. This dramatically increases turning and cornering safety, especially in ‘evasive action’ situations.
Designed to minimize slippage during acceleration, TCS recognises if either rear wheel has insufficient grip and adjusts drive force and brakeforce accordingly. It reduces wheelspin when accelerating on wet and icy roads and also in ‘split’ conditions, such as when a vehicle has two wheels on the tarmac and two on a gravel verge.
If wheel ‘lock-up’ is detected under forceful braking, ABS momentarily reduces brake pressure at the affected wheel. This improves braking efficiency – reducing stopping distances on most surfaces – and helps maintain steering control to ensure the vehicle remains directionally stable.
In emergency braking situations, few drivers actually press the brake pedal firmly enough to achieve maximum braking performance. EBA is designed to sense how fast you press the brake pedal in an emergency and maximize braking pressure to optimize braking performance.
When a vehicle brakes, weight transfers to the front wheels. By regulating the brakeforce applied to each wheel, EBD ensures optimal balance between front and rear brakes, which helps minimize stopping distances.
ABS
EBA triggers ABS sooner
Active safety Up to 200 times a second – that’s how often the new Caprice’s active safety systems monitor on-road dynamics. Everything from the vehicle’s speed, lateral acceleration and rotation, to the steering-wheel angle and brakeforce you apply. When normal tolerances are exceeded, counter measures are initiated to help ensure you always have maximum control of the vehicle.
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A collision is a contest between impact energy and your vehicle’s safety features. You want everything possible on your side. That’s why the new Caprice features an Adaptive Occupant Restraint System. Most impressive of all, in a frontal crash, Caprice can automatically initiate and co-ordinate all on-board passive safety measures in an incredible 90 milliseconds – about the time it takes to snap your fingers.
Co-ordination of passive safety features
Safety cell, crumple zones and load paths
To protect occupants from collision forces, the vehicle’s Adaptive Occupant Restraint System uses forward and side sensors to detect the severity and direction of a collision, triggering the appropriate passive safety measures.
In frontal and rear collisions, impact energy is absorbed by crumple zones and channelled away from the driver and occupants via multiple load paths. The new Caprice’s multiple load path strategy is also integral to side-impact protection, as is the vehicle’s safety cell. Strategically reinforced with steel seven times stronger than normal, it offers significantly increased protection against passenger safety cell intrusion across all vehicle sides.
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Crash sensors 1 Driver’s front airbag 2 Passenger’s front airbag 3 Side-impact airbags 4 Head-curtain airbags 5 Front crumple zone 6 Passenger safety cell 7 Rear crumple zone
Stopping distance with ABS only
Stopping distance unassisted
So what if… You have to avoid an unexpected obstacle in the road, end up with two wheels on the gravel verge, and then need to brake suddenly?
ESP® brakes the left rear wheel momentarily to avoid understeer.
Passive safety
Stopping distance with EBA, EBD and ABS
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TCS reduces torque to the left rear wheel to reduce slip.
0 - 20 ms
ESP® brakes the right front wheel momentarily and reduces engine power to correct oversteer.
45 - 55 ms
Sensing an emergency stop, EBA initiates maximum brakeforce, ABS maximises brake efficiency and EBD maintains optimal front/rear brake balance.
60 - 65 ms
85 ms +
Pyrotechnic seatbelt pretensioners
Dual-stage front airbags
Load limiters
Active front-seat head restraints
When an impact of sufficient severity is detected, small explosive charges force the front seatbelt buckles towards the cabin floor. This tightens the seatbelts and holds both driver and front passenger firmly against their seats.
For maximum protection in certain frontal collisions, the front airbags for driver and front passenger inflate in two stages, according to the impact severity and their respective seat positions. The 60-liter driver airbag can fully inflate in 45 milliseconds. The front passenger airbag, which is oversized, can inflate to a full 125 liters in just 55 milliseconds.
Following airbag deployment, load limiters unspool the front seatbelts incrementally to minimize the risk of seatbelt-related injury.
In rear collisions, active head restraints tilt forward, closing the distance between your head and your seat’s headrest, thus reducing the risk of whiplash injury to the neck (where fitted).
Head-curtain and side-impact airbags Side-curtain airbags provide head and upper body protection for front passengers and left and right rear passengers in certain side-on collisions. Side-impact airbags provide additional chest and thorax protection for the driver and front passenger.
Steering and brake pedal safety In severe frontal impacts, the steering wheel can collapse bi-directionally and, to prevent leg injury, the brake pedal detaches.
ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler Chrysler AG
Emergency shutdown Following a collision where airbags or seatbelt pretensioners have deployed, on-board safety systems will turn off the engine and fuel pump, unlock the doors and turn the hazard and interior lights on, if battery power is available.
Heated, power exterior mirrors with ‘courtesy’ lamps Quad exhaust Chrome body-side moldings
COLORS AND SPECIFICATIONS
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SS Royale - S S S S S
Driver
Heron White G11
Phantom Black Metallic GIE
Sandstorm Metallic GID
Red Passion Metallic GIL
Cobra Metallic (new) GIIC
Evoke Metallic GIN
Karma 64U
Engine and Transmission
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LTZ
360hp (net) 6.0L Generation 4 Alloy V8 engine 6-speed automatic transmission with Active Select
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SS Royale S S
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Control and Handling Linear Control Suspension Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Electronic Brake Assist (EBA) Traction Control System (TCS)
S S S S S O
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S S S S S S
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Wheels 17” x 7” alloy wheels, 225/55 R17 97V tires 18” x 8” alloy wheels, 245/45 R18 96V tires Full-size spare wheel and tire
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Exterior Front fog lamps Projector headlamps Bi-Xenon headlamps LED tail lamps
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Steering wheel height and reach adjust Leather-wrap steering wheel Leather-wrap gear selector Multifunction steering wheel, featuring illuminated controls for: • Sound system • Trip computer • Bluetooth phone Multifunction driver display, featuring: • Trip computer information • Sound system information Priority flip keys. Stores settings for: • Climate control • Radio presets • Trip computer • Headlamp and interior lighting time delay options • Driver’s seat adjustment and exterior mirror position Alloy faced pedals Cruise control Rear Park Assist Front Park Assist Electro-chromatic interior rear-vision mirror reduces headlamp glare automatically Automatic headlamp mode. Switches on at twilight or low light. Manual override Headlamps auto-off feature (variable delay) Tire pressure monitor Driver Information Center, including: • Average speed • Odometer/tripmeter • Distance/time to go • Instantaneous/average fuel consumption • Fuel used/range • Visual and audible speed warning • Tracks two trips simultaneously • Rest reminder warning after a nominated length of continuous driving (adjustable setting) Service reminder. Appears 1,000km before service is due Tachometer Sound system able to accommodate mobile phone kit. Auto mute when phone is in use Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity Satellite navigation
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AM/FM stereo Single-disc CD player, MP3 compatible 6-disc in-dash CD player, MP3 compatible 7 speakers, standard audio system 10 speakers enhanced audio system Bose premium audio system, including sub-woofers Speed-dependent volume control DVD player with dual LCD screens, remote control Front LCD screen also plays DVD when vehicle is stationary Headsets for rear passengers, two pairs Multi-mode function to allow headrest choice of radio, CD or DVD Rear overhead console remote control of audio and DVD functions Rear audio visual auxiliary jack Diversity antenna: FM
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Twin cup holders in front center console and rear seat Center console storage compartment Auxiliary power socket in console and boot Fold-down rear seat center ‘ski’ hatch for long loads Luggage net (adjustable) in boot to keep small items in place
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Occupant Safety
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Dual airbags for driver and front passenger Side-impact airbags for driver and front passenger Side-curtain airbags Front lap/sash seatbelts with load limiters and pyrotechnic pretensioners Front seatbelt sash height adjustable Active front-seat head restraints to help reduce risk of injury in a collision from behind
Seating - S - -
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Sunglasses holder (except where sunroof fitted) Passenger overhead assist handles, rear with coat hooks Front and rear reading lamps Door entry courtesy lamps
Entertainment
Cloth seat trim Leather seat trim ‘Soft-touch’ leather seat trim with leather door trim inserts 6-way electric adjustment of front seats: Slide. Cushion tilt. Height 8-way electric adjustment of front seats: Slide. Cushion tilt. Height. Recline 10-way electric adjustment of front seats: Slide. Cushion tilt. Height. Recline. Lumbar Adjustable driver and front passenger seat lumbar support Driver’s seat memory for 5 driver positions
Air conditioning Dual-zone electronic climate control Tri-zone electronic climate control: Driver, front passenger and rear 6.5” multifunction color LCD screen displays stereo and climate control information. DVD player and satellite navigation compatible Power windows. Driver and front passenger windows. Express Down Power windows. Driver and front passenger windows. Express Up and Down Electric tilt and slide sunroof Leather trim front-center armrest with storage Rear-seat center armrest with storage compartment Vanity mirror, driver and front passenger Vanity mirror, driver and front passenger. Illuminated, with cover
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Remote control priority flip key: • Operates central locking • Operates interior lighting. Time delay on entry. Automatic illumination when engine turned off • Operates exterior lamps, to show location of car at night • Unlocks boot • Disables remote boot release button in glove box (when locking) Remote start with automatic climate control Horn sounds if front door is ajar when remote locking Sound system operates only in original vehicle
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Road Safety Emergency mode after seatbelt pretensioners are triggered: • On-board computer turns engine and fuel pump off. Unlocks doors • Turns hazard lights and interior lamp on (if battery power available)
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SS Royale S S S S S S - S
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Storage and Cargo
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Cabin Comfort
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Security
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GM DIFFERENCE At General Motors, we believe in making a difference. Our relationship with you doesn’t end when you buy your car. On the contrary, that’s when it begins. And what keeps it going is our commitment to your Total Peace of Mind. For this reason, we created the GM D!fference. MIDDLE EAST VEHICLE TESTING • GM cars are rigorously tested in this region’s harsh conditions. • Some features, such as A/C and paint, are specifically developed with the Middle East in mind. BUMPER TO BUMPER 3-YEAR/100,000KM WARRANTY • Free repair on materials and workmanship of guaranteed parts for 3 years/100,000km on all Chevrolet vehicles. COMMITTED TO SAFETY • By designing and manufacturing the safest cars, as well as promoting responsible driving, GM makes safety the number one priority. • Prime examples of GM’s dedication to safety are dual-stage airbags, electronic stability systems, and anti-lock braking systems. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • GM is the only manufacturer in the region to offer free emergency assistance or recovery 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, wherever you are in the Middle East. GM PARTS • GM has the most comprehensive parts network in the Middle East. • Our certified parts retailers stock genuine parts that comply with the most stringent Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. GM ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE • The Academy is a world-class training system covering every aspect of the business to support the GM D!fference.
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GM CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLES • Select Chevrolet dealers also sell pre-owned cars with a number of benefits, such as 110+ point inspection and reconditioning, comprehensive warranty, 7-day satisfaction guarantee and 24-hour GM Roadside Assistance. GM ASSISTANCE CENTRES • The Customer Communication Centre allows you to contact us directly to resolve any issue you might have with your vehicle or the service. • The Technical Assistance Centre helps our retailer network address any issue with your vehicle efficiently. chevroletarabia.com Everything you need from us. Everything you want to know. Everything in the pages you have just read _ it’s all online, in both English and Arabic. You can get information about Chevrolet and other exciting vehicles from General Motors in the Middle East, all the specs on every vehicle we sell here, and locations and contact details of all the local retailers. You can request brochures and test-drives, enter competitions and make comments. You can even download your favorite GM commercials or screen savers… and you can really feel the GM D!fference. You’re a click away from Total Peace of Mind.
Child Safety
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Protect your child by installing a child seat engineered to survive crash forces. Unlike your arms, it’s the safest method available for child protection in a car accident. FIND THE RIGHT SEAT • Use an infant-only seat for infants up to 14 kg. Keep it rear-facing and semi-reclined. Be sure the harness comes from slots at or below the baby’s shoulders and is snug when buckled. • Use your convertible child seat in a forward-facing and upright position for toddlers and children between 14 and 30 kg. Be sure the harness straps are coming from above the child’s shoulders. • For children between 30 and 45 kg use a belt-positioning-booster seat. • Children over 46 kg must pass the safety-belt-fit criteria before wearing a normal car safety belt. • Knees should bend naturally at the edge of the seat. • The lap belt should sit low on the hips. • The shoulder part of the seatbelt should rest on the shoulder or collarbone. • The child should be able to maintain this position the length of your trip.
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ALWAYS REMEMBER • Place all children under 13 in a back seat. • Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an airbag. • Use a child seat for all children until they can safely wear the adult seatbelt. • Be sure you have one seatbelt for every person. • NEVER place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back. • Be sure all child seats are locked into the car using the LATCH system or the seatbelt.
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