The CertificatiodTire label also tells you the maximum
weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR).
To
find out the actual loads
on
your front and rear axles, you need
to
go to
a
weigh
station and weigh your vehicle.
Your
dealer
can
help
you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally
on
both sides
of
the centerline.
Never exceed the
GVWR
for
YOLIP
vehicle, or the
GAWR
for either the front
or
rear axle.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread
it
out.
I
Do
not load your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR,
or either the maximum front or rear
GAWR.
If you do, parts on your vehicle can
break, or
it can change the way your vehicle
handles. These could cause you to lose control.
Also,
overloading can shorten the life of
your vehicle.
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.
NOTICE:
Your warranty does
not
cover parts or
components that fail because of overloading.
If
you put things inside your vehicle
--
like suitcases,
tools, packages,
or
anything else
--
they go as fast as the
vehicle goes.
If
you have to stop
or
turn
quickly,
or
if
there is a crasl~, they.11 keep going.
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