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Driving your vehicle
Certification label
The certification label is located on
the driver's door sill at the center
pillar.
ODEEV078127NR
This label shows the maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle. This is called the GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants and cargo.
This label also tells you the maxi -
mum weight that can be supported
by the front and rear axles, called
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
To find out the actual loads on your
front and rear axles, you need to go
to a weigh station and weigh your
vehicle. Your dealer can help you
with this. Be sure to spread out your
load equally on both sides of the
centerline.
WARNING
Over loading
Never exceed the GVWR for your
vehicle, the GAWR for either the
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front or rear axle and vehicle capac -
ity weight. Exceeding these ratings
can affect your vehicle's handling
and braking ability.
The label will help you decide how
much cargo and installed equip -
ment your vehicle can carry.
If you carry items inside your vehicle
- like suitcases, tools, packages, or
anything else - they are moving as
fast as the vehicle. If you have to
stop or turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, the items will keep going and
can cause an injury if they strike the
driver or a passenger.
WARNING
Over loading
Do not overload your vehicle. Over -
loading your vehicle can cause heat
buildup in your vehicle's tires and
possible tire failure, increased stop -
ping distances and poor vehicle han -
dling--all of which may result in a
crash.
NOTICE
Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be cov -
ered by your warranty. Do not over -
load your vehicle.
Vehicle load limit
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