2008 Honda Element Owner's Manual - Page 154

Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle is 675 lbs for U.S. vehicles, and 308 kg for Canadian vehicles See Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit (1)Locate the statement ''The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle's placard. (2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. (3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 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. 150 2008 Element