Honda 2005 Odyssey Owner's Manual page 289

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Carrying Cargo
Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the pedals or seat operation.
Keep the glove boxes closed while
driving. If either are open, a
passenger could be injured during
a crash or sudden stop.
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Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area
or on a Roof Rack
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the
tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
carbon monoxide
, follow the instructions
poisoning
on page 56 .
If you place items near the rear
windows, be sure they are below
the bottom of the windows. If
cargo is higher, it could interfere
with proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
If you carry any items on a roof
rack, be sure the total weight of
the rack and the items does not
exceed 150 lb (68 kg).
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Refer to the information that
came with your roof rack.