1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 211

MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP GVWR GAWR FRT - & , ' L a p I Do not load yourvehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the your vehicle way handles. These could cause to lose control. you Also, overloading can shorten the of life your vehicle. The other label is Certification label,found on the the rear edgeof the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called theGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fueland cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for eitherthe front or rear axle. If you do have a heavy load, spread it out. Don't carry more than 167 pounds (75 kg) in your trunk. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because overloading. of If you put things insideyour vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages or anything else-- they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop orturn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep going. 4-29