Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and; WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation; of this type of vehicle, see the- Page 172

2002 Mazda B3000 B Series Owners Manual

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Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and

utility-type vehicles

WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation
of this type of vehicle, see the

Preparing to drive your vehicle

section in this chapter.

WARNING: Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity,
may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra
precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping
distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most
passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load,
hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle.

Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow

1. Use the appropriate maximum gross combined weight rating

(GCWR) chart (in the

Trailer Towing

section) to find the maximum

GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio.

2. Weigh your vehicle as you customarily operate the vehicle without

cargo. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to a
shipping company or an inspection station for trucks.

3. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on

the following charts. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle
can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum
trailer weight on the chart.

TRAILER TOWING

Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum
trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed
for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts.
Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so
you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle.
Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these

components carefully after any towing operation.

Driving

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Lists of information found in 2002 Mazda B3000 B Series Owners Manual - Page 172

  • 1. Use the appropriate maximum gross combined weight rating (GCWR) chart (in the Trailer Towing section) to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio.
  • 2. Weigh your vehicle as you customarily operate the vehicle without cargo.
  • 3. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts.

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