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Pick-up trucks: Can I transport my child in one?
Pick-up trucks with passenger air bags and no “shut-off” switch and no back seat cannot safely transport babies under one year of age and under 20 pounds. Babies this age must ride rear facing and always in the back seat; the front may only be used if there is no danger from an airbag.

Extended cab pick-ups with side-facing jump seats are NOT appropriate to transport children, or adults for that matter. Safety seats cannot be installed in these seats.

Extended cab pick-ups with rear bench seats may be appropriate. Make sure at least 80 percent of the base of the safety seat fits on the vehicle seat. Make sure the rear-facing seat will fit when reclined for a 30 to 45 degree angle.

Source: Minnesota Department of Public Safety

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