7-15
5. If parking on a slope is unavoidable, block the
wheels securely with chocks and take other nec-
essary measures to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
1 Do not overload the vehicle.
•
Overloading places undue stress on the vehicle
and shortens its service life.
The vehicle is designed to perform best when
loaded within its Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) and within its front and rear Gross Axle
Weight Ratings (GAWRs). Try not to exceed
these ratings.
• The vehicle’s GVWR, front GAWR, and rear
GAWR are listed on the VIN plate on the upper
section of driver’s door.
NOTE:
Loading to a weight almost equal to a total of the
front and rear GAWRs may exceed the GVWR. For
example, a vehicle with a GVWR of 23‚000 lb.
(10‚430 kg) has a front GAWR of 7,935 lb. (3‚600
kg) and a rear GAWR of 15,800 lb. (7‚165 kg).
Added together, the GAWRs total 23,735 lb.
(10,765 kg), thus exceeding the GVWR. Be sure
neither the GAWRs nor GVWR are exceeded.
2 How to load cargo
Improperly loaded cargo not only is unstable but
also may result in uneven weight distribution which
could damage the cargo deck and frame.
Loading cargo
WARNING
• Overloading the vehicle can damage the
vehicle and make safe driving difficult. For
safety, never overload.
• The GVWR and GAWRs pertain to the max-
imum load the vehicle can physically
carry. Please also abide by state and
regional loading limit requirements.
• Do not carry passengers in the cargo area
while the vehicle is in motion.
Z17355
7,935 lbs.
23,735 lbs.
15,800 lbs.
Z02404
Z11325
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