VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
60A23-08010
VEHICLE LOADING
Your vehicle was designed for specific
weight capacities. The weight capacities
of your vehicle are indicated by the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR, front
and rear). The GVWR and GAWR (front
and rear) are listed on the Safety Cer-
tification Label which is located below
the driver's side door latch striker.
GVWR - Maximum permissible overall
weight of the vehicle including
the driver, passengers, and all
cargo.
GAWR - (Front and Rear) Maximum per-
missible weight on an individual
axle.
Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and
actual loads at the front and rear axles
can only be determined by weighing the
vehicle. Compare these weights to the
GVWR and GAWR (front and rear) listed
on the Safety Certification Label. If the
gross vehicle weight or the load on either
axle exceeds these ratings, you must
remove enough weight to bring the load
down to the rated capacity.
Never overload your vehicle. The
gross vehicle weight (sum of the
weights of the loaded vehicle, driver,
and passengers) must never exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) listed on the Safety Certifica-
tion Label. In addition, never distribute
a load so that the weight on either
the front or rear axle exceeds the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
listed on the Safety Certification
Label.
Always distribute cargo evenly. To
avoid personal injury or damage to
your vehicle, always secure cargo to
prevent it from shifting if the vehicle
moves suddenly. Place heavier objects
on the floor and as far forward in the
cargo area as possible. Never pile
cargo higher than the top of the seat
backs.
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