1998 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 209

Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and thetotal weight that you can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. The other label, is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for eitherthe front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry more than100 lbs. (45 kg) in your rear area. I MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR ~d Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front rear or GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. 4-29