2003 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 118

118 Interior equipment • Secure small items if the backrest is folded down. Small items can also be thrown around inside the car and cause personal injury. • The rear seat must be in the upright position to protect against load displacement in the event of a crash. • Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its handling characteristics (see page 236). Trunk Release Handle Lashing eyes in the trunk Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from inside. Lashing eyes There are four lashing eyes in the trunk that should be used to secure loads. In general, loads should be placed as far forward and as low down as possible in the trunk. • Match your speed and driving style to how the car is loaded. The handling characteristics of the car can be affected since a load in the trunk will alter the car's center of gravity. NOTICE The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release could damage it. WARNING • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. • Secure heavy and bulky items using the four lashing eyes provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.