2002 Lexus ES 300 Owners Manual - Page 92

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT TIE−DOWN HOOKS LUGGAGE STOWAGE PRECAUTIONS When stowing luggage or cargo in the vehicle, observe the following: D Put luggage or cargo in the trunk when at all possible. Be sure all items are secured in place. D Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance. D For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. 14E092 To secure your luggage, use the tie−down hooks as shown above. See "Luggage stowage precautions" on page 78 for precautions in loading luggage. CAUTION D Do not place anything on the package tray behind the rear seatback. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident. D Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel. They may interfere with the driver's field of view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants. 78