2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder Owners Manual - Page 117

MR2 U Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in the vehicle, observe the following: Limited- slip differential (on some models) 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. Some Toyotas are equipped with a limited- slip differential. If one of the rear wheels begins to spin, the limited- slip differential is designed to aid traction by automatically transmittiing driving force to the other rear wheel. If you are not sure whether your vehicle is equipped with one, you can ask your Toyota dealer. D Put luggage or cargo in the front box or luggage space when at all possible. Be sure all items are secured in place. D Be careful to keep the vehicle balanced. Locating the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain balance. D For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded weight. CAUTION Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the jack and could pose a danger or result in serious injury. CAUTION D Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage space. It is not designed for the passenger. The passenger should ride in the seat with the seat belt properly fastened. Severe injuries to an unrestrained passenger can occur during sudden braking or a collision. NOTICE Use only a compact spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota because damage to the limited- slip differential could possibly occur with another tire type. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U) 117