HONDA 2004 Pilot - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 137)

Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the
tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, follow the instructions
on page .
If you carry any items on a roof
rack, be sure the total weight of
the rack and the items does not
exceed 165 lbs (75 kg).
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Refer to the information that
came with your roof rack.
Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the pedals or seat operation.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
The cargo cover can be used over
the cargo area behind the third row
seats. When the third row seats are
folded down, the cargo cover can be
installed in a forward position and
extended over the larger cargo area.
The hooks on each side of the
tailgate and on the underside of the
cargo area storage compartment lid
are for plastic grocery bags. To use
the hook on the storage
compartment lid, open the lid, and
attach the cord to one of the shafts
of the third seat center head
restraint.
The hook on the rear
of the console compartment is for
plastic grocery bags.
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On LX model
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area
or on a Roof Rack
carbon monoxide
poisoning
Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
Optional Cargo Cover
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