1996 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 197

Loading Your Vehicle The Certificationflire label also tells you me maxin'laih weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Tofind out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. U . SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION u-- If you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. The Certification/Tire'label found on the driver's door is edge, above the door latch. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo and trailer tongue weight, if pulling a trailer. Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWR's and payloads. Please note your vehicle's CertificationEire label or consult your dealer for additional details. 4-44