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Definitive answer should be found in the vehicle handbook. There can be regional variations so looking in the book or checking with the dealer is best though sometimes there is an embossed plate riveted into a door shut or similar listing the maximum gross axle weights, gross vehicle weight and train weight.
In some parts of the world the carrying capacity means nothing and it is the maximum gross weight that must not be exceeded.
There should be a plate, usually in the driver's door frame, that states your gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), maximum tow weight, and gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Your truck can probably pull more than this, but it won't do it safely (brakes, suspension, frame load, etc.)
Take it to a weight scale. The scales can be found at truck stops and are called CAT scales. They are used to weight 18 wheelers and other equipment and give a certified printed ticket that will show the gross weight and axle weights. The truck stop will be able to provide instructions on use.
The maximum gross vehicle weight is 3973 pounds. The 2002 PT Cruiser's curb weight (AT) is 3190 pounds; the curb weight (MT) is 3108 pounds. Thus you can't have more than about 800 pounds of cargo/passengers. The max trailer load is 1000 pounds (for the 2010 and probably for the 2002).
You are going to need 3 things to find this out . The gross weight of the vehicle witch is the 4th # in the VIN
. You will need 3 # s the first is the forth # in the VIN # thats the gross weight then you need the # off the transmission the first three sets it will look like 6 YD D .Then you will need the #s off the front carrier tag . Its most likely that its a 7 1/4 ring gear thats the raito but you should dubble check it before you spend and money on parts
the tow rating will either be in the owners manaul or can also be found on the main vehicl vin chassis plate wher it will give you individual axle weights and the vehicle " train weight this is the gross vehicle wheight plus the trailer wheight combined.
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