2004 Chrysler Town & Country Owner's Manual - Page 283

STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle's GVWR. Loading To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate. A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note that neither the GVWR or the GAWR capacities have been exceeded. 5 Front Axle 2140 lbs 360 lbs 2500 lbs 2544 lbs Rear Axle 1470 lbs 980 lbs 2450 lbs 2544 lbs Empty Weight Load (Including driver, passsengers and cargo) Total GAWR