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how do i fit three kids in the car if my airbag doesn't switch off? ADVICE PLEASE

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nannyjo · 18/06/2006 16:09

i'm going back to work soon to nanny for 2 children and taking my own son. I need to fit two carseats ( for 1-2 yrs old) in and a booster seat.
My car has an airbag for the passener seat which i can't switch off or the warrenty is invalid apparently but i can't fit all three in the back.

Any one else had this problem or know of a solution???

Any help would be gratefully recieved thanks

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Enid · 18/06/2006 16:46

particularly as you are a nanny and therefore have responsibility for other kids

pita I know.

Enid · 18/06/2006 16:45

sorry, agree with isyhan

Isyhan · 18/06/2006 16:43

Surely there no 'well its not ideal' If a airbag deploys it either results in injury to a child or it doesnt. You have to follow manufacturer recommendation otherwise your insurance is invalid. and you could harm a child. If you cant seat three children across the back then you need a bigger car.

misdee · 18/06/2006 16:15

its not ideal. i have dd1 in the front seat of my car, cant switch the airbag off, and cant afford to have it removed professionally atm, so i shove the seat as far back as possible. I am assumming its the oldest child that is safest though.

i do want to upgrade my car when i get some money sorted, as i dont like driving it with all 3 kids.

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nannyjo · 18/06/2006 16:13

is that safe enough then? She is 4 in october

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misdee · 18/06/2006 16:12

move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.