1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 225
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Manual
Page 225 highlights
I -- MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP GVWR GAWR FRT I 4 r TS VEHICLE CONFORMSTO ALL H I Do not load your vehicle any heavier the than 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 you handles. These could cause to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the of life your vehicle. The other labelis the Certification label, found the on rear edgeof the driver'sdoor. It tells you the gross GVWR weight capacityof your vehicle, called the (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). GVWR includes the The weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR your vehicleor the Gross for Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either thefront or rear axle. If you do have a heavy load, spread it out. Don'tcarry more than 167 pounds (75 kg) in your trunk. I NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail becauseof overloading. I 4-32