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LOADING AND STORAGE
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Cargo space
The vehicle has flexible cargo capacity that
makes it possible to load and secure large
objects.
By folding down the backrests in the second and
third rows* of seats, the cargo capacity of the
vehicle increases considerably. To make loading
easier, the rear section of the vehicle can be
raised and lowered using the pneumatic suspen-
sion*. Use the load anchoring eyelets or the gro-
cery bag holder to secure objects and the cargo
compartment cover to help conceal the load.
The spare tire, jack and tools can be found under
the cargo compartment's floor.
Related information
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Loading (p. 208)
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Cargo compartment cover* (p. 217)
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Cargo net (p. 213)
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Grocery bag holder (p. 213)
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Load anchoring eyelets (p. 216)
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Steel cargo grid* (p. 215)
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The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is
determined by factors such as the number of
passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight of
any accessories that may be installed, etc.
Loading recommendations
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Load objects in the cargo compartment
against the backrest whenever possible.
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If the backrests of the second row seats are
folded down, they should not be in contact
with the front seat backrests. This could
impede the function of the Whiplash
Protection System (WHIPS).
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Unstable loads can be secured to the load
anchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-
ings to help keep them from shifting.
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Stop the engine and apply the parking brake
when loading or unloading long objects. The
gear selector can be knocked out of position
by long loads, which could set the vehicle in
motion.
WARNING
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Stop the engine, put the gear selector in
P, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
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The vehicle's driving characteristics may
change depending on the weight and dis-
tribution of the load.
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A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces a
force of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in a
head-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
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The cargo area and rear seat should not
be loaded to a level higher than 2 in.
(5 cm) below the upper edge of the rear
side windows. Objects placed higher than
this level could impede the function of
the Inflatable Curtain.
WARNING
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Cover sharp edges on long loads to help
prevent injury to occupants. Secure the
load to help prevent shifting during sud-
den stops.
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Always secure large and heavy objects
with a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
•
Always secure the load to help prevent it
from moving in the event of sudden stops.
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Switch off the engine, apply the parking
brake and put the gear selector in P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
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