Cadillac 2010 DTS - Manual (Page 310)

Certification Label
A vehiclespecific Certification label is attached to
the rear edge of the driver’s door. This 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 your vehicle is a Professional Vehicle, the
vehicle specific Certification label is provided by
the final stage manufacturer. The coach-builder
should be consulted if the final stage
manufacturer’s label is not present. The Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR label should be on
the driver’s door edge.
If you do have a heavy load, you should spread it
out. See “Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit” earlier in this section.
{ 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). If you do, parts on the
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 the vehicle.
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