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you can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and
includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed
options.
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP
DATE GVWR GAWR
FRT GAWR RR
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THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI-
CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE
TION STANDARDS IN
EFFECT ON THE
DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVEN-
GEN GME
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The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the
driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called
the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). 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.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry
more than 185 lbs. (84 kg) in your trunk.
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CAUTION:
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVVVR or the
maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts on your
vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles.
These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.
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