Weight distribution affects handling

At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the trunk, the less the tendency to understeer.
See also:
Weights
A Permissible axle weight or gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded.
B Front Wheel Drive
C All Wheel Drive
CAUTION
The maximum permissible axle loads and/
or the gross vehicle weight mus ...
Maintenance service
Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle
running well. Your Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet provides a comprehensive
maintenance schedule up to
150,000 miles (240,000 km) ...
Load anchoring eyelets
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the vehicle are used to fasten straps,
etc., to help anchor items in the trunk.
WARNING
Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury ...
