GMC 2012 Terrain Owner's Manual page 236

9-22 Driving and Operating
Never exceed the GVWR for the
vehicle, or the GAWR for either
the front or rear axle.
If the vehicle is carrying a
heavy load, it should be spread
out. See Steps for Determining
Correct Load Limit earlier in this
section.
WARNING
Do not load the vehicle
any heavier than the
Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR), or either the
maximum front or rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
This can cause systems to
break and change the way the
vehicle handles. This could
cause loss of control and a
crash. Overloading can also
shorten the life of the vehicle.
Your warranty does not cover
parts or components that fail
because of overloading.
The label will help you decide
how much cargo and installed
equipment your vehicle can
carry.
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.
If you put things inside your
vehicle like suitcases,
tools, packages, or anything
else they will go as fast as
the vehicle goes. If you have to
stop or turn quickly, or if there
is a crash, they will keep going.
WARNING
Things inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
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