2007 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 144

144 Interior equipment WARNING • Put heavy loads as low down and as far forward as possible in the luggage compartment, i.e. against the back of the rear seat. • Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the backrest, if a cargo guard 3 is not being used. • Always tie down the cargo so that it cannot be thrown forward during heavy braking or in the event of a crash. • Unsecured and heavy cargo can increase the risk of injury during hard braking, sudden avoidance manoeuvres and in the event of a crash. • Use the lashing eyes and suitable anchorage straps 3 for optimum securing of loads. • Provide protection on sharp edges to prevent damage to the cargo straps. Tie down eyes, SportCombi There are tie down 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. Driving with the trunk lid open, see page 194.