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GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle

(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable

weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These

numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.

The label shall be affixed to either the door hinge pillar,

door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post,

next to the driver's seating position. The total load on each axle

must never exceed its GAWR.

Note: For trailer towing information refer to the RV and Trailer Towing

Guide provided by your authorized dealer.

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo +

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable

weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment,

passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label. The label shall be affixed to

either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that

meets the door-latch post, next to the driver's seating position.

The GVW must never exceed the GVWR.

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