2008 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 85

Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Luggage compartment cover strap The luggage compartment can be accessed by opening the liftgate when the straps are attached to the sides of the liftgate. CAUTION To prevent cargo from shifting while driving or during sudden deceleration, be careful of the following: Ø Do not open the luggage compartment cover while the vehicle is moving. Ø Do not overload the luggage compartment so that the cover cannot be closed. Ø Do not allow cargo to interfere with the luggage compartment cover latch. This cover can be removed for more room. To do this, just unfasten the straps; then lift and pull it out. Strap Luggage compartment cover The luggage compartment can be accessed by opening the luggage compartment cover from the inside of the vehicle. Latch Latch 3-13