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Driving Your Vehicle
Certification label
OBH059070
The certification label is located on
the driver's door sill at the center
pillar and shows the maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle. This is called the GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and
cargo.
This label also tells you the maximum
weight that can be supported by the
front and rear axles, called Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
The total weight of the vehicle,
including all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out
the actual loads on your front and
rear axles, you need to go to a weigh
station and weigh your vehicle. Be
sure to spread out your load equally
on both sides of the centerline.
WARNING
Overloading
ȉ Never exceed the GVWR for your
vehicle, the GAWR for either the
front or rear axle and vehicle
capacity weight. Exceeding these
ratings can affect your vehicle's
handling and braking ability, and
cause an accident.
ȉ Do not overload your vehicle.
Overloading your vehicle can
cause heat buildup in your
vehicle's tires and possible
tire failure, increased stopping
distances and poor vehicle
handling-all of which may result
in a crash.
NOTICE
Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Do not
overload your vehicle.
WARNING
If you carry items inside your vehicle
(for example, suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything else), they
are moving as fast as the vehicle. If
you have to stop or turn quickly, or if
there is a crash, the items will keep
going and can cause an injury if they
strike the driver or a passenger.
ȉ Put items in the cargo area of
your vehicle. Try to spread the
weight evenly.
ȉ Do not stack items like suitcases
inside the vehicle above the tops
of the seats.
ȉ Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in your vehicle.
ȉ When you carry something inside
the vehicle, secure it.
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