Chevrolet Silverado 2008 Specifications download pdf (Page 352)

The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle,

all occupants, fuel, and cargo.

The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the

maximum weights for the front and rear axles,

called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd

out the actual loads on your front and rear

axles, you need to go to a weigh station and

weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with

this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on

both sides of the centerline.

Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the

GAWR for either the front or rear axle.

The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also contains important

information about your Front Axle Reserve

Capacity. See “What is front axle reserve capacity,

and how do I calculate it?” under Adding a

Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 4-43.

{CAUTION:

In the case of a sudden stop or collision,

things carried in the bed of your truck

could shift forward and come into the

passenger area, injuring you and others.

If you put things in the bed of your truck,

you should make sure they are properly

secured.

{CAUTION:

Do not load the vehicle any heavier than

the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR),

or either the maximum front or rear Gross

Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do,

parts on the vehicle can break, and it can

change the way your vehicle handles.

These could cause you to lose control

and crash. Also, overloading can shorten

the life of the vehicle.

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