1997 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - Page 204

MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR A CAUTION: I Do not load yourvehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either themaximum front or rear GAWR. I you do, parts on your vehicle can f break, or it can change the yourvehicle way you handles. These could cause to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the of life your vehicle. THlS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE S'AFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. 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, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry more than 176 lbs. (80 kg) in your trunk. NOTICE: Your warranty does not coverparts or components thatfail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep going. 4-31