1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 200

Payload The payload capacity is shownon the Certificationmire label. This is the maximum loadcapacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load. If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory, remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload.Your dealer can help you with this. Towiy a Trailer A CAUTION: If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control whenyou pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is heavy, the too brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriouslyinjured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your GM dealer for advice and information about towingtrailer a with your vehicle. Add-on Equipment When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people carry inside your vehicle. you Be sure to weigh your vehicle beforeyou buy and install the new equipment. -- NOTICE: Your warranty doesn't cover parts or components that fail because overloading. of 4-46