Chevrolet 2011 Impala Owner's Manual page 223

Example 3
A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity
Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs)
B. Subtract Occupant Weight @
91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs)
C. Available Cargo
Weight = 0 kg (0 lbs)
Refer to your vehicle's Tire and
Loading Information label for
specific information about your
vehicle's maximum vehicle
capacity weight and seating
positions. The combined
weight of the driver, passengers,
and cargo should never exceed
your vehicle's maximum vehicle
capacity weight.
Certification Label
A vehicle-specific Certification
label is found on the rear edge
of the driver door.
Driving and Operating
The label shows the gross
weight capacity of your vehicle,
called the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR). The GVWR
includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel,
and cargo.
Never exceed the GVWR for
your vehicle or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for either
the front or rear axle.
If there is a heavy load, it should
be spread out.
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