Hyundai Elantra 2024 Owner's Manual page 281

Certification label
OBH059070
The certification label is located on
the driver's door sill at the center
pillar and 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, fuel, and
cargo.
This label also tells you the maximum
weight that can be supported by the
front and rear axles, called Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR).
The total weight of the vehicle,
including all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the 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. Be
sure to spread out your load equally
on both sides of the centerline.
WARNING
• Never exceed the GVWR for your
vehicle, the GAWR for the front or
rear axle and the vehicle capacity
weight. Exceeding these ratings
may affect your vehicle's handling
and braking ability, and cause a
collision.
• Do not overload your vehicle.
Overloading your vehicle may
cause heat buildup in your vehicle's
tires, possible tire failure, increased
stopping distances, and poor
vehicle handling. All of which may
result in a collision.
WARNING
If you carry items inside your vehicle
(e.g., 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
collision, the items may cause an
injury if they strike the driver or a
passenger.
• Put items in the cargo area of your
vehicle. Try to spread the weight
evenly.
• Do not stack items like suitcases
inside the vehicle above the top of
the seats.
• Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in your vehicle.
• When you carry cargo inside the
vehicle, secure it.
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