Storage 3-7
Heavy object in the tailgate should
be placed against the seat backrests.
Ensure the backrests are securely
engaged. If objects can be stacked,
the heavier object should be placed
at the bottom.
Secure objects in tailgate to prevent
sliding.
When transporting objects in the
tailgate, the backrests of the rear
seats must not be angled forward.
Do not allow the load to protrude
above the upper edge of the
backrests.
Do not place any objects on the
tailgate cover or the instrument
panel, do not cover the sensor on
top of the instrument panel.
The load must not obstruct the
operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or hinder
the freedom of movement of the
driver. Do not place any unsecured
objects in the interior.
Do not drive with an open tailgate.
Driving with a roof load increases the
sensitivity of the vehicle to cross-
winds and has a detrimental effect on
vehicle handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity. Distribute
the load evenly and secure it properly
with retaining straps. Adjust the tire
pressure and vehicle speed according
to the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently. Do
not exceed the maximum vehicle
capacity when loading the vehicle.
For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see Vehicle
Load Limits on page 8-9.
INFORMATION ON
LOADING THE VEHICLE
Warning
If you try to carry something on top
of your vehicle that is longer or wider
than the roof rack, the wind can catch
it as you drive along.
This can cause you to lose control.
What you are carrying could be
violently torn off, and this could
cause you or other drivers to have a
collision, and of course damage your
vehicle.
Never carry something longer or
wider than the roof rack on top of
your vehicle.
A loaded roof rack changes the
vehicle's centre of gravity. Do not
drive at high speeds. Take precau-
tions when driving in crosswinds.
Failure to follow this caution can
result in vehicle damage and personal
injury.
INFORMATION ON LOADING
THE VEHICLE
ION
UP-SHIFT LIGHT
The vehicle may have an up-shift light.
When this light comes on, shift to the
next higher gear if weather, road, and
traffic conditions allow.
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