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CAUTION!
Damage to the fuel system or emissions
control system could result from using an
improper fuel tank filler tube cap.
A poorly fitting fuel filler cap could let impuri-
ties into the fuel system.
A poorly fitting fuel filler cap may cause the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on.
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not
"top off" the fuel tank after filling. When the
fuel nozzle "clicks" or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
NOTE:
Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a
"clicking" sound. This is an indication that the
fuel filler cap is properly tightened.
If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL
may come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened
every time the vehicle is refueled.
L
F
F
C
M
OOSE
UEL
ILLER
AP
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that
the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or
damaged, a "Check Fuel Cap" message will be
displayed in the instrument cluster display
Ú page 55. Tighten the fuel filler cap until a
"clicking" sound is heard. This is an indication that
the fuel filler cap is properly tightened.
If the problem continues, the message will appear
the next time the vehicle is started. See an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
VEHICLE LOADING
As required by National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration regulations, your vehicle has a
certification label affixed to the driver's side door or
B-pillar.
If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not
exceed the specified GVWR and GAWR.
V
C
L
EHICLE
ERTIFICATION
ABEL
Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label
affixed to the driver's side B-pillar or the rear of the
driver's door.
The label contains the following information:
Name of manufacturer
Month and year of manufacture
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
ESSAGE
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Type of vehicle
Month, Day, and Hour (MDH) of manufacture
The bar code allows a computer scanner to read
the VIN.
G
V
ROSS
EHICLE
(GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and
cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do
not exceed the GVWR.
G
A
ROSS
XLE
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front
and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front
and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not
exceed either front or rear GAWR.
Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is
important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could
lose control of the vehicle and have a collision.
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R
EIGHT
ATING
W
R
(GAWR)
EIGHT
ATING
WARNING!
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