Cadillac BLS Owner's Manual page 237

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Maximum axle load, front wheel drive
models:
Sedan, front ______________________ 1150 kg
Sedan, rear _______________________ 1010 kg
Wagon, front ______________________ 1150 kg
Wagon, rear ______________________ 1100 kg
Maximum axle load, AWD-models:
Sedan, front ______________________ 1180 kg
Sedan, rear _______________________ 1080 kg
Wagon, front ______________________ 1180 kg
Wagon, rear ______________________ 1140 kg
Weight distribution:
kerb weight, front/rear_______________ approx. 60/40 %
gross vehicle weight, front/rear ________ approx. 50/50 %
Max. permissible roof load ____________ 100 kg
Max. luggage compartment load: _______ 80 kg
WARNING
The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded. Note
that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are fitted, the
available load capacity is reduced by the weight of these.
When carrying a load in the luggage compartment, make sure
that it is lashed down securely, particularly when part or all of the
rear seat is folded down.
Trailer weights
Trailer with brakes ___________________
Trailer without brakes ________________
Recommended towball load ___________
Maximum theoretical towing speed,
trailer with brakes __________________
When towing a caravan or trailer, increase
the pressure of the rear tyres by 0.2 bar
(3 psi).
The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by
Cadillac.
Note that national restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and
weights, see page 163.
Technical data 237
Max. 1600 kg
Max. 750 kg
50–75 kg
60 mph (100 km/h)