Chevrolet Malibu 2005 Owner's Manual page 288

Example 2
Item Description
Vehicle Capacity Weight
A
for Example 2 =
Subtract Occupant
B Weight 150 lbs
(68 kg) × 5 =
Available Cargo
C
Weight =
4-32
Total
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
750 lbs (340 kg)
250 lbs (113 kg)
Example 3
Item Description
Vehicle Capacity Weight
A
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)