Toyota Prius, Manual

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CAUTION
 Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
 Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than
the seatbacks.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle
in the event of sudden braking or in an accident.

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item
may get under the brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the pedals from
being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the driver or pas-
sengers, causing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard

Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure
someone in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be place directly
behind the front seats.
 Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or seri-
ous bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or an accident.