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STARTING AND OPERATING
WARNING!
Always place container on the ground before
filling.
Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the
container when you are filling it.
Use only approved containers for flammable
liquid.
Do not leave container unattended while
filling.
A static electric charge could cause a spark
and fire hazard.
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 loose gASCAP indicator will display in
the instrument cluster telltale display area. Refer
to "Instrument Cluster Display" in "Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel" for further
information. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and
push the RIGHT button to turn off the message. If
the problem continues, the message will appear
the next time the vehicle is started.
VEHICLE LOADING
G
V
ROSS
EHICLE
(GVWR)
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the
total permissible weight of your vehicle including
driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. The
label also specifies maximum capacities of front
and rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be
limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not
exceeded.
P
AYLOAD
The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable
load weight a truck can carry, including the weight
ESSAGE
of the driver, all passengers, options and cargo.
G
A
ROSS
XLE
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the
maximum permissible load on the front and rear
axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not
exceeded.
Each axle GAWR is determined by the components
in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity
(axle, springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or
suspension components sometimes specified by
purchasers for increased durability does not
necessarily increase the vehicle's GVWR.
W
R
EIGHT
ATING
W
R
(GAWR)
EIGHT
ATING
T
S
IRE
IZE
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label
represents the actual tire size on your vehicle.
Replacement tires must be equal to the load
capacity of this tire size.
R
S
IM
IZE
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire
size listed.
I
P
NFLATION
RESSURE
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your
vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
C
W
URB
EIGHT
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total
weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including
vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no
occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle. The
front and rear curb weight values are determined
by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale
before any occupants or cargo are added.
L
OADING
The actual total weight and the weight of the front
and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be
determined by weighing it when it is loaded and
ready for operation.
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