There’s also important loading information
for
off-road driving in this
manual. See “Loading Your Vehicle”
in
the Index.
Two-Tiered
Loading
By positioning four
2”
x
6” wooden planks across the width of the pickup
box,
you
can
create an upper load platform. The planks must be inserted in
the pickup box depressions. The length
of
the planks must allow
for
at least
3/4“
bearing surface on each end of the plank.
When using this upper load platform, be sure the load
is
securely tied down
to
prevent it from shifting. The load’s center
of
gravity should be positioned
in a zone over the rear axle. The zone is located in the area between the
front
of
each fenderwell and the rear of each fenderwell. The center of
gravity height must
not
extend above the top of the pickup box flareboard.
Any load that extends beyond the vehicle’s taillamp area must be properly
marked according to local laws and regulations.
Remember
not
to
exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR)
of
the rear
axle. See “Loading Your Vehicle”
in
the Index.
Payload
The Payload Capacity is shown on the CertificatiodTire 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. Your dealer can help
you with
this.
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