Ford Escape 2013 Owner's Manual page 181

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Cargo Weight – includes all weight added
to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo
and optional equipment. When towing,
trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also
part of cargo weight.
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total
weight placed on each axle (front and rear)
– including vehicle curb weight and all
payload.
Load Carrying
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is
the maximum allowable weight that can
be carried by a single axle (front or rear).
These numbers are shown on the
Safety Compliance Certification Label.
The label shall be affixed to either the
door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or
the door edge that meets the
door-latch post, next to the driver's
seating position. The total load on each
axle must never exceed its GAWR.
Note: For trailer towing information refer
to the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided
by your authorized dealer.
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