2009 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 88

Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 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. Trunk Lid (4 Door) WARNING Never allow a person to ride in the trunk: Allowing a person to ride in the trunk is dangerous. In addition, the person in the trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision. Keep the trunk closed when driving: Exhaust gas entering the cabin of a vehicle through an open trunk is dangerous. This gas contains CO (carbon monoxide), which is colorless, odorless, and highly poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. 3-14