Subaru Forester: Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities
The sum of four tires’ maximum load ratings must exceed the maximum loaded vehicle weight (“GVWR”). In addition, sum of the maximum load ratings of two front tires and of two rear tires must exceed each axle’s maximum loaded capacity (“GAWR”). Original equipment tires are designed to fulfill those conditions.
The maximum loaded vehicle weight is referred to Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). And each axle’s maximum loaded capacity is referred to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle certification label affixed to the driver’s door.
The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are determined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s suspension, axles and other parts of the body.
Therefore, this means that the vehicle cannot necessarily be loaded up to the tire’s maximum load rating on the tire sidewall.
Calculating total and load capacities varying seating configurations
Calculate the available load capacity
as shown in the following
examples:
Example 1A
Vehicle capacity weight of the
vehicle is 900 lbs (408 kg), which
is indicated on the vehicle placard
...
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on
tires
Overloading could affect vehicle
handling, stopping distance, and
vehicle and tire performance in the
following ways. This could lead to
an accident and possibly result in
severe personal in ...
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Windshield Wiper
1. MIST
2. OFF
3. INT Intermittent
4. LO Low speed
5. HI High speed
6. Windshield washers
Push the right lever up or down to
select a position.
MIST - The wipers run at high
speed until ...
Low beam, Halogen
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 322).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 323).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
4. Remove the bulb by pressing the h ...
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the clips on the cover and lift it straight
up. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6.
Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on ...
