1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 175

2-Tiered Loading By positioning four 2" x 6" wooden planks acrossthe width of the pickup box,you can create an upper load platform. The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions. The length of the planks must allowfor at least a 314 inch bearingsurface on each endof the plank. When using this upper load platform, sure the load is be securely tied downto prevent it from shifting. The load's center of gravity should be positioned in a zone over the rear axle.The zone is located in the area of between the frontof each fenderwell and the rear each fenderwell. The center of gravity height must not extend above the top of the pickup boxflareboard. Payload The payload capacity is shown the Certification/Tire on label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as partof your load. If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicleleft the factory, remember to subtract the weightof these things from the payload.Your dealer can help you withthis. Add-on Equipment Any load that extendsbeyond the vehicle's taillamp area must be properly marked accordingto local laws and regulations. Remember notto exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of the rear axle. See "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. When you carry removable items, you may need put a to limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment. NOTICE: I Your warranty doesn'tcover partsor components that fail because overloading. of, 4-44 ~ .~ .