2006 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 206

'06 MATRIX_U (L/O 0508) Cargo and luggage- -Stowage precautions When stowing cargo and luggage in the vehicle, observe the following: D Put cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment 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 D When the rear seatbacks are in the upright position- To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do not stack anything in the luggage compartment higher than the seatbacks. Keep cargo and luggage low, as close to the floor as possible. When the rear seatbacks are folded down- To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do not stack anything in the enlarged luggage compartment. Keep cargo and luggage low, as close to the floor as possible. D Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely suffer serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or a collision. D Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident. Secure all items in a safe place. 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. 206