Chevrolet 2009 Silverado Owner's Manual page 363

Example 3
Item Description
Vehicle Capacity
A
Weight for Example 3 =
Subtract Occupant
B Weight 200 lbs
(91 kg) × 5 =
Available Cargo
C
Weight =
Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading
information label for specific information about
your vehicle's capacity weight and seating
positions. The combined weight of the driver,
passengers, and cargo should never exceed your
vehicle's capacity weight.
Total
1,000 lbs
(453 kg)
1,000 lbs
(453 kg)
0 lbs (0 kg)
Certification/Tire Label
A vehicle specific Certification/Tire label is found
on the rear edge of the driver's door. The label
shows the size of your vehicle's original tires and
the inflation pressures needed to obtain the
gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR
includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
fuel, and cargo.
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