Pontiac 2009 G8 Owner's Manual page 199

Example 3
Vehicle Capacity Weight for
A.
Example 3 1,000 lbs
(453 kg).
Subtract Occupant Weight
B.
200 lbs
(91 kg) 5 1,000 lbs
(453 kg).
Available Cargo
C.
Weight 0 lbs (0 kg).
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and
Loading Information label for
specific information about the
vehicle's capacity weight and
seating positions. The combined
weight of the driver, passengers,
and cargo should never exceed
the vehicle's capacity weight.
Certification Label
Label Example
A vehicle specific Certification
label, is attached to the
driver side center pillar. The
label tells you the gross weight
capacity of the vehicle, called
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The GVWR includes
Driving and Operating
the weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, fuel, and cargo.
Never exceed the GVWR for the
vehicle, or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for either
the front or rear axle.
And, if you do have a heavy
load, you should spread it out.
See "Steps for Determining
Correct Load Limit" earlier in this
section.
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CAUTION
Do not load the vehicle any
heavier than the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR), or
either the maximum front or
rear Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR). If you do, parts on
the vehicle can break, and it
can change the way your
vehicle handles. These could
cause you to lose control and
crash. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of the vehicle.
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