Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/23/12
9-12 Driving and Operating
Example 3
A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity
Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs)
B. Subtract Occupant Weight @
91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs)
C. Available Cargo Weight =
0 kg (0 lbs)
Refer to your vehicle's Tire and
Loading Information label for
specific information about your
vehicle's maximum vehicle
capacity weight and seating
positions. The combined weight
of the driver, passengers, and
cargo should never exceed your
vehicle's maximum vehicle
capacity weight.
Certification Label
A vehicle-specific Certification
label is found on the rear edge
of the driver door.
The label shows the gross
weight capacity of your vehicle,
called the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR).
The GVWR includes the weight
of the vehicle, all occupants,
fuel, and cargo.
Never exceed the GVWR for
your vehicle or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for either
the front or rear axle.
If there is a heavy load, it should
be spread out.
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WARNING
Do not load the vehicle any
heavier than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR), or either the
maximum front or rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
This can cause systems to
break and change the way the
vehicle handles. This could
cause loss of control and a
crash. Overloading can also
shorten the life of the vehicle.
