Permissible axle weight

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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Safety
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• 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
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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 ...
