F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label

The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety

The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

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    Push starting
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    Anti-freeze
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