Chevrolet VENTURE 2001 Manual page 309

If you put things inside your vehicle
tools, packages or anything else
the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or
if there is a crash, they'll keep going.
CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or turn,
or in a crash.
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Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
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Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that some of them are
above the tops of the seats.
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Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.
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When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
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Don't leave a seat folded down unless you
need to.
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like suitcases,
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they will go as fast as
Payload (Cargo Van Only)
The payload capacity is shown on the Certification/Tire
label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle
can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the people
inside as part of your load. If you added any accessories
or equipment after your vehicle left the factory, remember
to subtract the weight of these things from the payload.
You should never exceed the GVWR or the GAWR.
Your dealer can help you determine your payload.
Electronic Level Control (Option)
On vehicles equipped with the optional electronic level
control, the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept
level as you load or unload your vehicle. However,
you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR.
If the engine is running or the ignition key is in
ACCESSORY or when retained accessory power (RAP)
is active, you may hear the compressor operating when
you load or unload your vehicle, and periodically as the
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system self adjusts. This is normal. See "Retained
Accessory Power" in the Index.
The compressor should operate for brief periods of time.
If the sound continues for an extended period of time,
your vehicle needs service.
Using heavier suspension components to get added
durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask
your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way.
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