2002 Mazda Protege Owner's Manual - Page 69

J39L(02MY).book Page 13 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk Release Handle (Sedan) Your vehicle is equipped with a trunk release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play around vehicles and use the trunk as a hiding place. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle so that all children can be told about it in an appropriate way, keeping in mind that most vehicles don't have such handles. WARNING Open Trunk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle. Unattended Children and Pets: Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. Babies left sleeping and kids who lock themselves in cars or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration. Don't leave your children or pets alone in a car at any time. Don't leave the car, the rear folding seats or the trunk unlocked. Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by locking rear seats, doors and the trunk, and keeping the keys where children won't play with them. 3-13 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F