1997 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 278

Using heavier suspension components get added to Ask durability might not change your weight ratings. your dealerto help you load your vehicle the right way. -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. A CAUTION: 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 canchange the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you lose control. Also, to overloading can shorten the of your vehicle. life A CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stopor turn, or ina crash. Put things in the cargo area your vehicle. of Try to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that someof them are above thetops of the seats. Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. 0 When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Don't leave a seat folded down unlessyou need to. I NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components thatfail because of overloading. 1 4-31