1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 196

MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR I A CAU'110.k Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts your vehicle can on break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you lose control, to Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. ~ ~~ r 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's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). GVWR includes the The weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceedthe GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle WeightRating (GAWR) for either the front or rearaxle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don'tcarry more than 132 lbs. (60 kg) in your trunk. If you put things inside your vehicle-- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else -- they will goas fast as the vehicle goes. you have to stop or turn quickly, If or if there is a crash, they'll keep going.