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Vehicle Certification Label

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VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
The vehicle certification label indicates Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle (for front and rear axle separately) Weight Rating (GAWR), and Payload Rating. It also shows the original tire size and recommended inflation pressure.

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Gross Vehicle Weight is the original weight of the vehicle along with the cargo and passenger weight. GVW must not exceed GVWR.

Gross Axle Weight (GAW)
Gross Axle Weight is the weight of the front and the rear axle. GAW must not exceed GAWR.

Payload Rating
Payload rating is the maximum allowable cargo load. This allowable cargo load includes driver and passenger weight. The tire size and the inflation pressure should always be proper for the vehicle load.