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The other label is the Certification label, found on 
the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you 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.

And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out.
Don’t carry more than 176 lbs. (80 kg) in your trunk.

CAUTION:

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, and it can change the way your vehicle
handles. These could cause you to lose control
and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life
of your vehicle.

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 will go as fast

as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly,
or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going.