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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    Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/Maximum Gross Axle Weight (GAW)
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    Booster seats
    Precautions on booster seats If a booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured in a sudden stop or collision greatly increases. – Make sure the shoul ...

    Shifting
    After starting the engine, fully depress the brake pedal and move the shift selector from P (Park) to any of the desired shift positions. Apply the parking brake if the shift selector is in ...