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4-1. Before driving
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Cargo and luggage
Side rails
To use the deck rails, you must
install genuine Toyota accessories
or their equivalent for the deck
rails.
Follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions and precautions when install-
ing a genuine Toyota accessory or
equivalent.
Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load:
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Stow cargo and luggage in the rear deck whenever possible.
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Be sure all items are secured in place.
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Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far for-
ward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.
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For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.
Deck rails
1
WARNING
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When you secure cargo with the deck rails
Be sure to follow the instructions below in order to avoid the cargo coming
loose.
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Do not install accessories (tie-down cleats, storage boxes, etc.) at more
than the following number of locations per deck rail.
• Side rail:
Short deck—Max. 3 locations
Long deck—Max. 4 locations
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Spread out tie-down/support locations evenly along the length of the rails.
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Do not exceed a total tensile load of 440 lb. (200 kg) per deck rail.
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To prevent luggage or cargo from sliding forward during braking, make
sure the deck rail accessories such as storage box are securely attached
on the deck rails.