1994 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 261

MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR 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. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver'sdoor. It tellsyou the gross weight capacityof your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). 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, should spread it you out. Don't carry more than 176 pounds (80 kilograms) in your trunk. I NOTICE: I Your warranty does not cover parts 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 thevehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is acrash, they'll keepgoing. 259