Honda 1992 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual page 18

Additional Safety Information
Storing Cargo Safely
Before you drive, make sure you
first securely store or tie down any
items that could be thrown around
the car and hurt someone, or
interfere with your ability to
operate the controls.
Do not put any items on top of the
rear shelf. They can block your
view and they could be thrown
about the car in a crash.
Be sure to keep compartment doors
closed when the car is moving. If a
front passenger hits the door of an
open glove box, for example, he
could injure his knees.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Driving with Pets
Loose pets can be a hazard while
you are driving. A loose pet can
interfere with your ability to drive
the car. In a crash or sudden stop,
loose pets or cages can be thrown
around inside the car and hurt you
or your passengers. It is also for
their safety that pets should be
properly restrained in your car.
The recommended way to restrain
a medium-sized or larger dog is
with a special traveling harness.
This harness can be secured to the
rear seat with a seat belt. Travel
harnesses are available at pet
stores.
A small dog, cat, or other small
animal will be safest in a rigidly-
sided pet carrier. Choose a style
that allows you to secure it to the
car's seat by routing a seat belt
through the carrier's handle.
For further information, contact
your veterinarian or local animal
protection society.