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WARNING: Overloading the vehicle will have an adverse effect on braking and handling characteristics, which could compromise your safety or damage the vehicle.
It is important to understand the maximum weight rating for your vehicle and how much weight your vehicle can safely carry.
The vehicle’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is stated on the Vehicle Certification label located on the left B-pillar.
Note: This weight is also known as the vehicle’s maximum allowable total mass.
This weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, the weight of all occupants, cargo, and any additional equipment installed on the vehicle since it was manufactured.
CAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the vehicle, never load the vehicle so that it is heavier than the GVWR.
Carrying items
WARNING: The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. In a collision, during hard braking, or during sudden maneuvers, loose items carried in the vehicle’s cabin area can be thrown around and cause injury to occupants.
CAUTION: Heavy loads should be evenly distributed throughout the vehicle so as not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) shown on the vehicle certification label.