Chrysler Journey User Manual page 113

Cargo Tie-Downs
WARNING!
Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or
collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow
the child seat to come loose. A child could be
badly injured. Use only the anchors provided
for child seat tethers.
Cargo tie-downs are located on both rear trim
panels. These tie-downs should be used to
secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving.
Cargo Tie-Downs
WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and passen-
gers can change the vehicle center of gravity
and vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control
resulting in personal injury, follow these guide-
lines for loading your vehicle:
• Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits
described on the label attached to the left
door or left door center pillar.
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo
floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far
forward as possible.
• Place as much cargo as possible in front of
the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly
placed weight over or behind the rear axle
can cause the vehicle to sway.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
top of the seatback. This could impair visibil-
ity or become a dangerous projectile in a
sudden stop or collision.
• To help protect against personal injury, pas-
sengers should not be seated in the rear
cargo area. The rear cargo space is in-
tended for load carrying purposes only, not
for passengers, who should sit in seats and
use seat belts.
Retractable Cargo Area Cover (If Equipped) —
Five Passenger Models
NOTE:
The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not
to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo
from shifting or protect passengers from
loose cargo.
The removable retractable cargo area cover
mounts in the cargo area behind the top of the
rear seats.
The cover, when extended, covers the cargo
area to keep items out of sight. Notches in the
trim panels near the liftgate opening secure the
extended cover in place.
The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing
when not in use. You can also remove the cover
from the vehicle to make more room in the
cargo area.
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