2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 169

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Cargo Tie-Down Hooks The tie-downs located on cargo area floor should be used to safely secure loads when vehicle is moving. WARNING! • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers. The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle: (Continued) 3 Cargo Tie-Down Hooks