1998 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 222

Loading Your Vehicle I , 1 The Certificatioflire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front andrear 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 equallyon both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR for either the frontor rear axle. . u u \SEE \ COLD TIRE PRESSURE If you do have a heavy load,you should spread it out. Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads. Please note your vehicle's CertificationjTire label or consult your dealer for additional details. o n FNER'S INFORMATION. TI MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL 0 0 I The Certification/Tire label is found on the driver's door edge, above the door latch.The label shows thesize of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity your vehicle. This is of called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weightof the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo and trailer tongue weight, pulling a trailer. if / A CAULON: 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, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. 4-40