Owner`s manual

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MH0-74E
Vehicle Loading
Your vehicle was designed for specific
weight capacities. The weight capacities of
your vehicle are indicated by the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the
Permissible maximum Axle Weight (PAW,
front and rear). The GVWR and PAW (front
and rear) are listed in the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section.
GVWR – Maximum permissible overall
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including
all the occupants, accessories and cargo
plus the trailer nose weight if towing a
trailer).
PAW – (Front and Rear) Maximum
permissible weight on an individual axle.
Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and
actual loads at the front and rear axles can
only be determined by weighing the vehicle.
Compare these weights to the GVWR and
PAW (front and rear). If the gross vehicle
weight or the load on either axle exceeds
these ratings, you must remove enough
weight to bring the load down to the rated
capacity.
vehicle to tow a trailer. Towing a trailer can
adversely affect handling, durability, and fuel
economy.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle may be towed behind another
vehicle (such as a motorhome), provided
your vehicle is 2 wheel drive (2WD) and
you use the proper towing method specified
for your vehicle. The towing method you
must use depends on the specifications of
your vehicle: whether it is a manual
transaxle vehicle or an automated manual
transaxle vehicle.
Use the towing instruction table to select the
proper towing method for your vehicle, and
carefully follow the corresponding
instructions. Be sure to use proper towing
equipment designed for recreational towing
and make sure that towing speed does not
exceed 90 km/h (55 mph).
WARNING
Never overload your vehicle. The
gross vehicle weight (sum of the
weights of the vehicle, all the
occupants, accessories, cargo plus
trailer nose weight if towing a trailer)
must never exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR). In addition,
never distribute a load so that the
weight on either the front or rear axle
exceeds the Permissible maximum
Axle Weight (PAW).
WARNING
Always distribute cargo evenly. To
avoid personal injury or damage to
your vehicle, always secure cargo to
prevent it from shifting if the vehicle
moves suddenly. Place heavier objects
on the floor and as far forward in the
cargo area as possible. Never pile
cargo higher than the top of the seat
backs.
Trailer Towing
Your MARUTI SUZUKI was originally desig-
ned to carry people and a normal amount
of cargo, not to tow a trailer. MARUTI
SUZUKI does not recommend you use your
WARNING
When you tow your vehicle, follow the
instructions below to avoid accidents
and damage to your vehicle. In
addition, be sure to observe
government and local requirements
regarding vehicle lighting and trailer
hitches or tow bars.
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
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