Carrying cargo – HONDA 2003 Civic Coupe - Owner's Manual User Manual

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If you can carry any items on a
roof rack, be sure the total weight
of the rack and the items does not
exceed the maximum allowable
weight. Please contact your Honda
dealer for further information.

Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the trunk, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.

If you fold down the back seat, tie
down items that could be thrown
about the car during a crash or
sudden stop.

If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the trunk
lid, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of

, follow the instructions

on page

.

Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.

Do not put any items on top of the
rear shelf. They can block your
view and be thrown around the car
during a crash.

Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, or with the proper
operation of the seats.

Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.

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Carrying Cargo

Bef ore Driving

Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on
a Roof Rack

carbon monoxide

poisoning

Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment

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