Designed for group 0 and 1, the Maxi Cosi Opal car seat will take your child from birth up to 3.5 years. It has a 2 position base which makes it easy to switch your child from front facing to rear facing in seconds. The same seat belt routing is used for rear and forward facing positions which helps prevent incorrect fitting, giving you peace of mind at all times. This car seat has 5 reclining positions in forward facing mode. It also has a side protection system which offers optimal protection against side impact. The height of the headrest and harness belts can be adjusted at the same time into 6 different positions. Support pillows are included for younger babies. Covers can be removed for washing. All our car seats and infant carriers comply with current European regulations ECE R44 03 or ECE R44.04. Safety Under no circumstances should a car seat be used on a passenger seat where there is an airbag. Correct fitting of all car seats and boosters is of paramount importance to make them most effective in the event of an accident. Not all car seats fit all cars and it is important to check for fitting suitability on all cars you intend fitting the seat to, as well as re checking if you change your car. Always read the instruction booklet which comes with your car seat to achieve a safe and correct fitting, retaining the guide for future reference. We recommend fitting your car seat in advance of first using it. We recommend that babies shouldnt be left in Group 00 car seats infant carriers for prolonged periods. Suitability Please make sure that you check the car seat you choose is suitable for your car before ordering. Some of our shops offer a car seat fit test, where a Nursery advisor will test the display model in your car to check that it will fit properly. Please contact your local shop to see if this service is available. Alternatively, please contact the car seat manufacturer who will be able to advise whether their model will be suitable for your car. Find your nearest department store Car seat groups Car seats are categorised into the following groups and it is imperative that a category is chosen so the childs weight falls within the range indicated Please note some car seats will be approved in two or more groups