Black plate (12,1)Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087803) - 2015 -crc - 6/24/149-12 Driving and OperatingExample 31. Vehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 = 453 kg(1,000 lbs).2. Subtract Occupant Weight@ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 =453 kg (1,000 lbs).3. Available Cargo Weight =0 kg (0 lbs).Refer to the vehicle's Tire andLoading Information label forspecific information about thevehicle's capacity weight andseating positions. The combinedweight of the driver, passengers,and cargo should never exceedthe vehicle's capacity weight.Certification LabelLabel ExampleA vehicle-specific Certificationlabel, found on the vehiclecenter pillar (B-pillar), tells youthe gross weight capacity of thevehicle, called the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR). TheGVWR includes the weight ofthe vehicle, all occupants, fuel,and cargo. Never exceed theGVWR for the vehicle, or theGross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR) for either the front orrear axle.And, if you do have a heavyload, you should spread it out.See “Steps for DeterminingCorrect Load Limit” earlier in thissection.{ WarningDo not load the vehicle anyheavier than the GrossVehicle Weight Rating(GVWR), or either themaximum front or rear GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR).This can cause systems tobreak and change the way thevehicle handles. This couldcause loss of control and acrash. Overloading can alsoshorten the life of the vehicle.
