2012 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 504

502 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Because the front wheels drive and steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added. Tire Size Overloading The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size. service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front and rear GAWR. Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size The best way to figure out the total weight of your listed. vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle, for it is not over the GVWR. all loading conditions up to full GAWR.