2003 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual - Page 195

Carrying Cargo Load Limit The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs in U.S. models and 395 kg in Canadian models. This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, accessories, and the tongue weight if you are towing a trailer. To figure out how much cargo you can carry: Add up the weight of all occupants. If you are towing a trailer, add the tongue weight to the number above. Subtract the total from 850 lbs in U.S. models and 395 kg in Canadian models. The final number is the total weight of cargo you can carry. Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed. Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. When you load luggage, the total weight of the vehicle, all passengers, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The load for the front and rear axles also must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and GAWR are printed on the tire information label attached to the driver's doorjamb (see page 218 ). Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash. Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, or with the proper operation of the seats. Keep the glove box closed while driving. If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop. 194 Before Driving