2000 GMC Sierra 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 245

yellowblue NOTICE: Some vehicles may be equipped with RPO VYU (snow plow prep package). With this option, the payload your vehicle can carry is reduced when a snow plow is installed. Your vehicle can be damaged if either the front or rear axle ratings, or the GVW are exceeded. As a general guideline, with a 650 lb. (295 kg) snow plow, the weight of the occupants and cargo must not exceed 300 lb. (135 kg). However, this may depend on the vehicle's option content. Therefore, to help avoid vehicle damage: D Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exceed their respective axle ratings. NOTICE: (Continued) NOTICE: (Continued) D For the front axle, if more cargo or passengers need to be carried, appropriate counter ballast must be installed rear of the rear axle and properly secured. Total vehicle weight must not exceed the GVW rating. See your dealer for advice and information about using a snow plow on your vehicle. D D CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. 4-49