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Carrying cargo – Acura 2007 TSX - Owner's Manual User Manual

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

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

.

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 the seat.

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

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

In addition, the total weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the gross vehicle weight
rating (GVWR) or the gross axle
weight rating (GAWR). Both are on
a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the trunk, 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 fold down the back seat, tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.

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Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment

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Carrying Cargo in the Trunk

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