Jeep Compass Operating Information Manual page 56

WARNING!
In a collision, a cargo cover loose in the
vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around
in a sudden stop and strike someone in the
vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the
cargo floor or in the passenger compartment.
Remove the cover from the vehicle when
taken from its mounting. Do not store in the
vehicle.
Removable Load Floor
The cargo area load floor is removable and can
be washed with mild soap and water.
Removable Load Floor
Cargo Tie-Down Loops
There are four tie-downs (D-rings) installed in
the cargo area for securing cargo.
Cargo Area Tie-Downs
WARNING!
• Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors
for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden
stop or collision a loop could pull loose and
allow the child seat to come loose. A child
could be badly injured. Use only the an-
chors provided for child seat tethers.
• The weight and position of cargo and pas-
sengers can change the vehicle center of
gravity and vehicle handling. To avoid loss
of control resulting in personal injury, follow
these guidelines for loading your vehicle:
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo
floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far
forward as possible.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Place as much cargo as possible in front of
the rear axle. Too much weight or improp-
erly placed weight over or behind the rear
axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to
sway.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than
the top of the seatback. This could impair
visibility or become a dangerous projectile
in a sudden stop or collision.
• To help protect against personal injury,
passengers should not be seated in the
rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is
intended for load carrying purposes only,
not for passengers, who should sit in seats
and use seat belts.
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