Permissible axle weight

Permissible axle weight  - Vehicle loading - Wheels and tires - Volvo XC60 Owners Manual - Volvo XC60

The maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/ CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must never exceed its maximum permissible weight.

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    Use
    • Pull the cover over the cargo and hook it into the holes in the rear cargo area pillars. • To retract (roll up) the cover, release it from the holes and guide it toward the rear seat backrest ...

    Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
    1. Locate the statement "the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and pas ...