Weight distribution affects handling

At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the trunk, the less the tendency to understeer.
See also:
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passengers.
NOTE
• The location of the various labels in your
vehicle can be found on page 350.
• A table listing important weight limits for
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Dimensions
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