2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 280

STARTING AND OPERATING 279 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg" on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and Loading trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the weight referenced here. the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if you Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occuinflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg" Information placard and in the "Vehicle Loading" section on your vehicle's placard. of this manual. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to "Vehicle Loading" in this section. 5