Cadillac CTS 2013 Owner's Manual page 234

9-10 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.
This vehicle may have two
certification labels: one U.S.
label and one European label.
Be sure to reference the
European label for information.
Using heavier suspension
components for extra durability
may not change the weight
rating. Ask your dealer to help
you load the vehicle correctly.
Maximum Front and Rear Axle
Weights
The label also shows the
maximum weight the front axle
can carry (front Gross Axle
Weight Rating) and the
maximum weight the rear axle
can carry (rear Gross Axle
Weight Rating).
The weight of the cargo load
must be properly distributed
over both the front and rear
axles.
If you are unsure of the vehicle's
front, rear or total weight, weigh
the vehicle at a weigh station.
Your dealer can assist with this.
Never exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating or the Gross Axle
Weight Ratings.
WARNING
Things inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above
the tops of the seats.
Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in the vehicle.
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