1996 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 198

MFDBYGENERALMOTORSCORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR i The other label is theCertification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door. tells you thegross It weight capacity ofyour vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed theGVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle WeightRating (GAWR) for either the front of rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry more than 176 lbs. (80 kg) in your trunk. The electronic level control automatically keeps therear of the vehicle level as you load unload your vehicle. or THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. 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 causeyou to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the of your life vehicle. NOTICE: - Your warranty does not cover parts or components thatfail becauseof overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else -they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep going.