Certification/Tire LabelThe Certification/Tire label is found on the driver’s dooredge. This label shows the gross weight capacity ofyour vehicle and is called the Gross Vehicle WeightRating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of thevehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo and trailer tongueweight, if pulling a trailer.The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximumweights for the front and rear axles, called GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loadson your front and rear axles, you need to go to aweigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer canhelp you with this. Be sure to spread out your loadequally on both sides of the centerline.Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or theGAWR for either the front or rear axle.And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spreadit out.Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRsand payloads. Please note the Certification/Tire label onyour truck or consult your dealer for additional details.{CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle canbreak, and it can change the way your vehiclehandles. These could cause you to losecontrol and crash. Also, overloading canshorten the life of your vehicle.United States version shown, Canada similar4-49
