! Gross Vehicle Weight ( GVW ) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ( GVWR ) s08al0202 |
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The total weight applied to each axle ( GAW ) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating ( GAWR ). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehicle . The front and rear GAWR of your vehicle that are set by SUBARU are also shown on the certification label . |
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Gross Vehicle Weight
The Gross Vehicle Weight ( GVW ) must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ( GVWR ).
Gross Vehicle Weight ( GVW ) is the combined total of the weight of the vehicle , driver , passengers , luggage , trailer hitch , trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle . Therefore , the GVW changes depending on the situation . Determine the GVW each time before going on a trip by putting your vehicle and trailer on a vehicle scale .
The GVWR of your vehicle that is set by SUBARU is shown on the certification label located on the driver ’ s door of your
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! Gross Axle Weight ( GAW ) and Gross Axle Weight Rating ( GAWR ) s08al0203
Gross Axle Weight
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To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that the total weight and weight distribution are within safe driving limits , you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing station .
Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving .
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