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Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities
Designated seating capacity , number of occupants
Vehicle normal load , number of occupants
Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle
2 through 4 |
2 |
2 in front . |
5 through 10 |
3 |
2 in front , 1 in second seat . |
11 through 15 |
5 |
2 in front , 1 in second seat , 1 in third seat , 1 in fourth seat . |
16 through 22 |
7 |
2 in front , 2 in second seat , 2 in third seat , 1 in fourth seat . |
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. Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage , nails , and stones . At the same time , check the tires for abnormal wear .
. Inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible . When a tire ’ s tread wear indicator becomes visible , the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately . With a tire in this condition , driving at even low speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane . Possible resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident .
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