2004 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 212

Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Center Console To open, pull the lower release catch. M Cargo Securing Loops (5 Door) WARNING Not Securing Luggage and Cargo: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as they could move or be crushed in sudden braking or a collision and cause injury. Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving. Use the loops in the luggage compartment to secure cargo with a rope or net. The tensile strength of the loops is 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf). Do not apply excessive force to the loops as it will damage them. Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid. To open it, pull the upper release catch. NOTE To secure cargo with a rope or net, the trunk board loops can be used in the same way as the cargo securing loops (page 6-45). 6-43