Read and follow the introductory information and
safety information first⇒
Introduction
to the subject
The actual gross weight of any vehicle depends on the engine, basic equipment, any factory-installed optional equipment for the given model, and any accessories that have been installed. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross front and Rear Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) for a given vehicle are printed on the vehicle's Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver door jamb.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating includes the weight of the vehicle itself with all of its factory-installed equipment, plus a full tank of gasoline, the engine oil and coolant, all vehicle occupants (150 lbs / 68 kg per seating position) and cargo.
The Gross Axle Weight Ratings specify the maximum allowable load for each axle.
The cargo payload may not be increased by using a roof rack without commensurately
reducing the weight from vehicle occupants ⇒ .
Determining the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ⇒ Tires and wheels .
Vehicle payload consists of the combined weight of the following:
Please refer to the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross front and rear Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) for your vehicle, which are printed on the vehicle's Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver door jamb.
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Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual > Park Distance Control: Introduction to the subject
In this chapter you will find information on the following subjects:⇒ Park Distance
Control (PDC)
The Park Distance Control system can help the driver when backing up and parking.
PDC uses ultrasonic sensors in the bumper to measure the distance between the vehicle
and objects. The syste ...