Vehicle Loading - Tesla MODEL 3 2012 Owner's Manual

Vehicle Labeling
It is important to understand your vehicle's original tire
sizes and pressures, and the GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).
This information can be found on two labels attached to
Model 3.
Both labels are visible on the door pillar when the front
door is open.
NOTE: If your Model 3 is fitted with Tesla accessory
wheels or tires, your Model 3 may include an additional
label indicating that values may differ from what is
stated on the label.
1. Tire Information Label
2. Statutory Plate
WARNING: Overloading Model 3 has an adverse
effect on braking and handling, which can
compromise your safety or cause damage.
CAUTION: Never load more than 55 lbs (25 kg) in
the front trunk. Doing so can cause damage.
CAUTION: Never load more than 130 lbs (60 kg)
on the rear load floor (above the lower trunk
compartment) or more than 285 lbs (130 kg) in the
lower trunk compartment. Doing so can cause
damage.
CAUTION: Never store large amounts of liquid in
Model 3. A significant spill can cause electrical
components to malfunction.
Tire Information Label
The Tire Information label provides:
• The maximum number of occupant seating positions.
Specifications

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• The size of the original tires.
• The cold inflation pressures for the original front and
rear tires. These pressures are recommended to
optimize ride and handling characteristics.
Label Format:
Never change this label, even if you use different tires in
the future.
NOTE: If Model 3 is loaded to its full capacity, double
check all tires to ensure they are inflated to their
recommended pressure levels.
WARNING: Tire pressures printed on the Tire
Information label DO NOT APPLY to towing. When
towing, tire pressures must be increased. For
information about the tire pressures required when
towing, see Towing and Accessories on page
Statutory Plate
In addition to the VIN, the Statutory Plate provides:
• GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The maximum
allowable total mass of Model 3. This is calculated as
the weight of Model 3, all passengers, fluids, and
cargo.
• GAWR - Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front and
rear axles. The GAWR is the maximum distributed
weight that each axle can support.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, never load Model 3
so that it is heavier than GVWR or exceeds the
individual GAWR weights.
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