Chevrolet 2006 Malibu, Owner'S Manual

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4. The resulting figure equals the available amount
of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example,
if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there
will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs (1400
−
750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight
may not safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
If your vehicle can tow a trailer, see Towing a
Trailer on page 4-42 for important information
on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and
trailering tips.
Item Description Total
A
Vehicle Capacity
Weight for Example 1
=
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
B
Subtract
Occupant Weight
150 lbs (68 kg)
×
2
=
300 lbs (136 kg)
C
Available Occupant
and Cargo Weight
=
700 lbs (317 kg)
Example 1
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