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LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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* Option/accessory.
577
Cargo compartment
The vehicle has a flexible cargo compartment
that makes it possible to carry and secure large
objects.
The cargo capacity of the vehicle can be consid-
erably increased by folding down the rear seat
backrests. Use the load anchoring eyelets or gro-
cery bag holders to help secure objects in place,
and the retractable cargo compartment cover* to
help conceal objects in the cargo compartment.
The towing eyelet and tire sealing system, or the
temporary spare tire*, are located under the
cargo compartment floor.
Related information
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Loading recommendations (p. 577)
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Grocery bag holders (p. 579)
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Load anchoring eyelets (p. 580)
•
Installing and removing the cargo compart-
ment cover* (p. 580)
Loading recommendations
There are a number of things to consider when
carrying loads in or on the vehicle.
Load-carrying capacity is determined by the vehi-
cle's curb weight. The total weight of all passen-
gers and any installed accessories reduces the
vehicle's load-carrying capacity by the corres-
ponding amount.
WARNING
The vehicle's driving characteristics change
depending on the weight and position of the
load.
Loading the cargo compartment/trunk
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Position objects so they are pressing against
the rear seat backrests.
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Distribute the load evenly.
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Heavy objects should be positioned as low
as possible. Avoid placing heavy objects on
folded-down seat backrests.
•
Cover sharp corners with a soft cloth or simi-
lar to help prevent damage to the upholstery.
•
Use the load anchoring eyelets and tension-
ing straps or similar to secure all objects.
WARNING
In a head-on collision at a speed of 50 km/h
(30 mph), an unsecured object weighing 20
kg (44 pounds) can reach a projectile weight
equivalent to 1000 kg (2200 pounds).
WARNING
If objects are loaded higher than the upper
edge of the side windows, leave a 10 cm (4
in.) space between the objects and the win-
dow. Objects placed closer to this could
impede the function of the inflatable curtain
concealed inside the headlining.
WARNING
Always secure the load. Otherwise, it may shift
during heavy braking and injure people in the
vehicle.
Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with
something soft.
Turn off the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading/unloading long objects.
Otherwise, it is possible for the load to reach
the gear lever or gear selector and move it to
a drive position – which could cause the vehi-
cle to begin rolling.
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