Subaru 2003 Baja - Manual (Page 191)

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Interior and exterior equipments
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Cargo bed
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WARNING
D Never fill gasoline containers on the cargo bed. Static electric-
ity may ignite gasoline vapor when filling portable containers. Ap-
proved containers must be removed from the vehicle and placed
on the ground when filling.
Do not fill any portable container on a vehicle.
D Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo bed. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in the seats with the seat belts
securely fastened. Otherwise they are much more likely to suffer
serious injury or death in a sudden braking or in a collision.
CAUTION
D Do not exceed the cargo load rating of your vehicle. Refer to
the “Loading your vehicle” section in Chapter 8.
D Be sure cargo is secured properly. Unsecured cargo in the
cargo bed can be thrown around during sudden braking, in a
sharp turn or during rapid acceleration, which could create a dan-
gerous road hazard.
D To avoid creating a dangerous road hazard or causing per-
sonal injury, cargo must not stick out beyond the tailgate.
D Never drive the vehicle with the tailgate open unless the