Content Source: 2020 GEM e2/e4/e6/eXLD Owner’s Manual (9930628-EN R01) > Safety Chapter

IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Safety Labels and Locations

Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehicle carefully. If any of the labels depicted in this manual differ from the labels on your vehicle, always read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehicle
If any label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your authorized GEM dealer to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety labels are provided at no charge. The part number is printed on the label.
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  • Rollover Risk Warning
  • Low Speed Vehicle Disclosure
  • General Warning

  • Cargo Limit Warning (eL XD)
  • Seat Belt Warning

Rollover Risk Warning

WARNING

  • Avoid Abrupt Maneuvers and Excessive Speed.
  • Always Buckle Up.
  • See Owner’s Manual for further Information.

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Low Speed Vehicle Disclosure

This Vehicle:
  • Has a maximum speed of greater than 20 miles per hour, but not greater than 25 miles per hour;
  • May be a hazard on the roadways if it impedes traffic;
  • May subject the driver to citations for impeding traffic;
  • May not be equipped with such safety features as bumpers, a padded dashboard, visors, and a tamper-resistant odometer;
  • May be subject to other restrictions specific to the state or local jurisdiction in which it is operated; and
  • Shall not be operated on a public highway with a speed limit in excess of the maximum specified by the state or local jurisdiction in which it is operated, including:
    • NY: Shall not be operated on a public highway with a speed limit in excess of 35 miles per hour.
    • MD and IL: Shall not be operated on a public highway with a speed limit in excess of 30 miles per hour.

General Warning

WARNING
  • Read your owner’s manual before operating this vehicle.
  • Do not operate this vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
  • This vehicle is not intended to be driven at speeds exceeding 25 mph (40 km/h).
  • Although most states prohibit this vehicle from operating on streets having posted speed limits of more than 35 mph (56 km/h), state and local rules may vary. Check with your local law enforcement (city and state officials) for variations in your area.
  • Never exceed the passenger and cargo limits of this vehicle.
  • Do not start or operate vehicle until all occupants are seated with seat belts fastened.
  • Avoid sharp turns on inclines and at high speeds (may cause rollover).
  • Reduce speed on wet and slippery surfaces and in turns.
  • Do not leave children unattended in vehicle.
  • Set handbrake before leaving the vehicle.
  • Remove key when leaving vehicle unattended.
  • Stop vehicle before reversing direction.
  • Be aware of small children and objects behind you before reversing direction.
ALWAYS DRIVE SAFELY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY.

Cargo Limit Warning (eL XD)

WARNING

  • Never carry passengers on rear platform.
  • Passengers can be thrown off. This can cause serious injury or death.

WARNING
  • Distribute weight evenly.
  • Ensure loads are properly secured.
  • Do not exceed gross vehicle weight rating in owner’s manual.

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RATING eL XD
A: Occupant Capacity 300 lb (136 kg)
B: Cargo Capacity (includes cargo, bed load and optional equipment) 1150 lb (499 kg)*
C: Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight 150 lb (68 kg)
D: Maximum Gross Trailer Weight 1100 lb (499 kg)
A + B = Vehicle Rated Capacity 1450 lb (658 kg)
A + B + D, not to exceed stated Vehicle Combination Rated Capacity 1450 lb (658 kg)*
Vehicle Dry Weight (Base Model) 1585 lb (719 kg)
A + B + Vehicle Dry Weight = Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight 2999 lb (1360 kg)
A + B + D + Vehicle Dry Weight, not to exceed stated Maximum Gross Vehicle Combination Weight 2999 lb (1360 kg)
* Cargo Capacity and Vehicle Dry Weight are directly affected by the vehicles features, options & accessories and will be unique to each specific configuration.

Seat Belt Warning

One seat belt warning is located on the headliner above the front passenger seat. Second and third row seat belt warning labels are located on the seat belt drop-down bars for the row ahead.

TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH: Always fasten your seat belt.

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Cargo Limit Warning (e2/e4/e6)

The cargo limit cargo warning label is located at the rear of the vehicle.

WARNING

  • Never carry passengers on rear platform.
  • Passengers can be thrown off. This can cause serious injury or death.

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WARNING
STANDARD CARGO LIMIT 15 kg / 33 lbs.
S-BED/TRUNK-BACK CARGO LIMIT 150 kg / 330 lbs.
Distribute weight evenly. Ensure loads are properly secured. Total weight of passengers, accessories, and cargo must not exceed gross vehicle weight rating in owner's manual.

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