2004 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 126

Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure includes total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories. To determine the correct cargo and luggage load limit: 1. Locate the statement, ''the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 850 lbs (395 kg)'' on your vehicle's placard (on the driver's doorjamb). 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in the vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 lbs (395 kg). 4. The resulting figure equals the available load capacity. For example, if there will be four 150 lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 250 lbs (115 kg). 4 150 lbs (70 kg) = 600 lbs (280 kg) 850 lbs (395 kg) 600 lbs (280 kg) = 250 lbs (115 kg) 5. Determine the combined weight of accessories, luggage, and cargo being loaded in the vehicle. The weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash. Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf. They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash. Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the pedals or seat operation. Keep the glove box closed while driving. If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop. Before Driving 123