Dodge Charger: VEHICLE LOADING / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / VEHICLE LOADING / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR.

WARNING!

Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision.

Vehicle Certification Label

Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the drivers side B-pillar or the rear of the driver’s door. The label contains the following information: Name of manufacturer Month and year of manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Type of vehicle Month, Day, and Hour of manufacture (MDH) The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN...

Overloading

The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR...

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