Cargo And Luggage - Mazda 2 HYBRID Owner's Manual

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4-1. Before driving

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following
information about storage pre-
cautions, cargo capacity and
load:
WARNING
Things that must not be carried
in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire
if loaded in the luggage compartment:
Receptacles containing gasoline
Aerosol cans
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the ped-
als from being depressed properly,
may block the driver's vision, or may
result in items hitting the driver or
passengers, possibly causing an acci-
dent.
Stow cargo and luggage in the lug-
gage compartment whenever pos-
sible.
Do not stack cargo and luggage in
the luggage compartment higher
than the seatbacks.
When you fold down the rear seats,
long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or
on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear
seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
Secure all items in the occupant
compartment.
Never allow anyone to ride in the
luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They
should ride in their seats with their
seat belts properly fastened.
Load and distribution
Do not overload your vehicle.
Do not apply loads unevenly.
Improper loading may cause deteri-
oration of steering or braking con-
trol which may cause death or
serious injury.