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Name of manufacturer
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Month and year of manufacture
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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front
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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Type of Vehicle
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Month Day and Hour of Manufacture
(MDH)
The bar code allows a computer scanner
to read the VIN.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of
your vehicle. This includes driver, passen-
gers, and cargo. The total load must be
limited so that you do not exceed the
GVWR.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the
front and rear axles. Distribute the load
over the front and rear axles evenly. Make
sure that you do not exceed either front or
rear GAWR.
WARNING!
Because the front wheels steer the
vehicle, it is important that you do
not exceed the maximum front or
rear GAWR. A dangerous driving
condition can result if either rating is
exceeded. You could lose control of
the vehicle and have a collision.
Overloading
The load carrying components (axle,
springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of your vehicle
will provide satisfactory service as long as
you do not exceed the GVWR and the front
and rear GAWR.
The best way to figure out the total weight
of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully
loaded and ready for operation. Weigh it
on a commercial scale to ensure that it is
not over the GVWR.
Figure out the weight on the front and rear
of the vehicle separately. It is important
that you distribute the load evenly over the
front and rear axles.
Overloading can cause potential safety
hazards and shorten useful service life.
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