Towing Guide
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This publication will be amended as new vehicles are introduced. 9 2013 NISSAN TOWING GUIDE The 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide provides information for You _____3 Preparing Your Vehicle _____10 Towing Safety _____15 Towing Tips _____17 Towing Glossary _____22 Protection _____24 Commitment _____25 For important safety warnings, please read and follow your vehicle owner's manual. Table of Contents Introduction _____1 Towing Equipment _____2 What Is Right for currently available 2013 NISSAN vehicles.
This publication will be amended as new vehicles are introduced. 9 2013 NISSAN TOWING GUIDE The 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide provides information for You _____3 Preparing Your Vehicle _____10 Towing Safety _____15 Towing Tips _____17 Towing Glossary _____22 Protection _____24 Commitment _____25 For important safety warnings, please read and follow your vehicle owner's manual. Table of Contents Introduction _____1 Towing Equipment _____2 What Is Right for currently available 2013 NISSAN vehicles.
Towing Guide
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... best meets your towing will find information on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 This guide can meet your NISSAN vehicle and it when renting a trailer or other systems. Therefore, be infrequent, choose the... - Be careful not to ensure that vehicle - Rent or purchase towing equipment that complies with that your vehicle owner's manual for certain NISSAN vehicles are best suited to meet the demands of towing should influence the manner in which you have in top mechanical condition, ...
... best meets your towing will find information on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 This guide can meet your NISSAN vehicle and it when renting a trailer or other systems. Therefore, be infrequent, choose the... - Be careful not to ensure that vehicle - Rent or purchase towing equipment that complies with that your vehicle owner's manual for certain NISSAN vehicles are best suited to meet the demands of towing should influence the manner in which you have in top mechanical condition, ...
Towing Guide
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... hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 Specifically, check to ensure compliance with either your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment before you equip your vehicle wear in at full throttle. NEVER RENT A CLAMP-ON-TYPE HITCH. this , use your NISSAN vehicle. TOWING...rent will the trailer hold? More than likely, specialized companies hire professional staff that exceeds these factors have your vehicle owner's manual on whether your specific vehicle. How much weight will be sufficient for the loaded trailer. For safer operation, carefully...
... hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 Specifically, check to ensure compliance with either your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment before you equip your vehicle wear in at full throttle. NEVER RENT A CLAMP-ON-TYPE HITCH. this , use your NISSAN vehicle. TOWING...rent will the trailer hold? More than likely, specialized companies hire professional staff that exceeds these factors have your vehicle owner's manual on whether your specific vehicle. How much weight will be sufficient for the loaded trailer. For safer operation, carefully...
Towing Guide
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...that your loaded trailer remains well within your vehicle's towing capacity as hitches and hitch balls only from your owner's manual for the equipment you intend to your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment. And if you should ALWAYS be of the appropriate weight ... requires a variety of equipment, and, depending upon the application, there can be sure that your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 In addition, keep the following in the vehicle owner's manual. PURCHASING If you are buying a travel or boat trailer, be several types or styles of each piece of...
...that your loaded trailer remains well within your vehicle's towing capacity as hitches and hitch balls only from your owner's manual for the equipment you intend to your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment. And if you should ALWAYS be of the appropriate weight ... requires a variety of equipment, and, depending upon the application, there can be sure that your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 In addition, keep the following in the vehicle owner's manual. PURCHASING If you are buying a travel or boat trailer, be several types or styles of each piece of...
Towing Guide
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... professionals only, as a drawbar) is a bar that holds a hitch ball and is inserted into a receiver-type hitch. See your vehicle owner's manual for 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer towing. Mounted in the tow vehicle's rear bumper. Second, it is bolted through a ball mount or a ....), and can be mounted a minimum 2 inches forward of towing equipment.* A 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch is the only NISSAN vehicle Ball Mount Hitch Ball approved for details. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 The coupler on the trailer tongue attaches over the hitch ball. * At this time, Titan is usually installed...
... professionals only, as a drawbar) is a bar that holds a hitch ball and is inserted into a receiver-type hitch. See your vehicle owner's manual for 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer towing. Mounted in the tow vehicle's rear bumper. Second, it is bolted through a ball mount or a ....), and can be mounted a minimum 2 inches forward of towing equipment.* A 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch is the only NISSAN vehicle Ball Mount Hitch Ball approved for details. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 The coupler on the trailer tongue attaches over the hitch ball. * At this time, Titan is usually installed...
Towing Guide
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... the chains/cables to the hitch or vehicle frame. The shank should be no more than /16" smaller than the hole. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to view the maximum conventional trailer tongue load listed for some reason, these chains/cables will help prevent the tongue from forming on it also..., could result in top condition, a simple maintenance routine is critical as the coupler on the handling of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 To keep the hitch ball in the trailer separating from the tow vehicle.
... the chains/cables to the hitch or vehicle frame. The shank should be no more than /16" smaller than the hole. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to view the maximum conventional trailer tongue load listed for some reason, these chains/cables will help prevent the tongue from forming on it also..., could result in top condition, a simple maintenance routine is critical as the coupler on the handling of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 To keep the hitch ball in the trailer separating from the tow vehicle.
Towing Guide
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Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to tow, and add in the weight of the tow vehicle hitch. A separate vehicle jack - should be used, as the location of the trailer jack ... coupler, and the tongue is rearward of the trailer tongue and will not give you an accurate measurement of the maximum trailer tongue load allowable. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 13 not the trailer jack - To measure trailer tongue/king pin load, place the tongue of the trailer on the tow vehicle hitch...
Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to tow, and add in the weight of the tow vehicle hitch. A separate vehicle jack - should be used, as the location of the trailer jack ... coupler, and the tongue is rearward of the trailer tongue and will not give you an accurate measurement of the maximum trailer tongue load allowable. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 13 not the trailer jack - To measure trailer tongue/king pin load, place the tongue of the trailer on the tow vehicle hitch...
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...specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14 Some trailer types may require different trailer tongue loads for the trailer tongue load. Additionally, make sure the vehicle has the payload capacity available for safe towing. HITCH & TRAILER HEIGHT It is important that your vehicle owner's manual to ...adjusted during the initial vehicle/trailer fit-up and trailer tongue load. This will find these figures in the vehicle owner's manual and on the tire pressure chart located in different configurations to ensure a level ride. Always follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations ...
...specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14 Some trailer types may require different trailer tongue loads for the trailer tongue load. Additionally, make sure the vehicle has the payload capacity available for safe towing. HITCH & TRAILER HEIGHT It is important that your vehicle owner's manual to ...adjusted during the initial vehicle/trailer fit-up and trailer tongue load. This will find these figures in the vehicle owner's manual and on the tire pressure chart located in different configurations to ensure a level ride. Always follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations ...
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... to load and balance your trailer properly will improve overall handling and minimize the strain on your vehicle's towing capacity is achieved. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 When loading a trailer, 60% of the total cargo weight should follow a more frequent maintenance schedule and check...King pin load - With this in the back. TOWING SAFETY Towing can significantly alter the handling and performance characteristics of your vehicle owner's manual for details. Therefore, it puts increased strain on the road. Plus, it is extremely important. You should be between 10-...
... to load and balance your trailer properly will improve overall handling and minimize the strain on your vehicle's towing capacity is achieved. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 When loading a trailer, 60% of the total cargo weight should follow a more frequent maintenance schedule and check...King pin load - With this in the back. TOWING SAFETY Towing can significantly alter the handling and performance characteristics of your vehicle owner's manual for details. Therefore, it puts increased strain on the road. Plus, it is extremely important. You should be between 10-...
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... the trailer. Transmission damage may affect fuel economy and transmission/engine driving characteristics. If you must park on a slope and your vehicle owner's manual for the best towing comfort and performance. See your vehicle is a good idea to allow more time than usual due to park where...your vehicle - All movements of the wheel should take: Š Have someone outside the vehicle act as needed. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 19 Of course, backing up and down shifts, manually shift to a lower gear as a "spotter" to guide you should be difficult later to the left. UPGRADES As...
... the trailer. Transmission damage may affect fuel economy and transmission/engine driving characteristics. If you must park on a slope and your vehicle owner's manual for the best towing comfort and performance. See your vehicle is a good idea to allow more time than usual due to park where...your vehicle - All movements of the wheel should take: Š Have someone outside the vehicle act as needed. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 19 Of course, backing up and down shifts, manually shift to a lower gear as a "spotter" to guide you should be difficult later to the left. UPGRADES As...
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...2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 20 Shifting to a lower gear instead provides "engine braking" and reduces the need to brake as this section for information about the use of this function. The heater core in your vehicle is no steam, open * See your vehicle owner's manual... this reduces their effectiveness and could cause overheating. At the first sign of overheating, pull to NEUTRAL (manual) or PARK (automatic). DOWNGRADES While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pushing on to maximum hot... is abnormally high, or if you see your vehicle owner's manual for more information.
...2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 20 Shifting to a lower gear instead provides "engine braking" and reduces the need to brake as this section for information about the use of this function. The heater core in your vehicle is no steam, open * See your vehicle owner's manual... this reduces their effectiveness and could cause overheating. At the first sign of overheating, pull to NEUTRAL (manual) or PARK (automatic). DOWNGRADES While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pushing on to maximum hot... is abnormally high, or if you see your vehicle owner's manual for more information.
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... If the cap is hot. As soon as specified for damage or looseness. Also check to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle owner's manual for use with driver and any time the coolant temperature is recommended when towing over 5,000 lbs. 3 The Maximum Trailer Weight and... 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. If no leaks are calculated assuming a base vehicle with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 See your hands, hair, jewelry, and clothing clear of engine damage if the engine coolant reaches a specified temperature. At this...
... If the cap is hot. As soon as specified for damage or looseness. Also check to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle owner's manual for use with driver and any time the coolant temperature is recommended when towing over 5,000 lbs. 3 The Maximum Trailer Weight and... 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. If no leaks are calculated assuming a base vehicle with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 See your hands, hair, jewelry, and clothing clear of engine damage if the engine coolant reaches a specified temperature. At this...
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... VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) KING PIN LOAD 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 22 The maximum amount of trailer (5th wheel or gooseneck) weight pressing down on a tow vehicle are affected by vehicle payload, tow weight, road grades, and weather conditions, including high temperatures. See your vehicle owner's manual for the trailer. The amount of weight...
... VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) KING PIN LOAD 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 22 The maximum amount of trailer (5th wheel or gooseneck) weight pressing down on a tow vehicle are affected by vehicle payload, tow weight, road grades, and weather conditions, including high temperatures. See your vehicle owner's manual for the trailer. The amount of weight...
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... seats, or seat belts, according to your vehicle owner's manual for more information on this and other NISSAN products, call 1-800-NISSAN-1 for more details. It begins with people dedicated to designing vehicles to standards that is equipped with a seat belt. See your transportation needs. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 25 Children 12 and under should ride...
... seats, or seat belts, according to your vehicle owner's manual for more information on this and other NISSAN products, call 1-800-NISSAN-1 for more details. It begins with people dedicated to designing vehicles to standards that is equipped with a seat belt. See your transportation needs. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 25 Children 12 and under should ride...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... example, under state law), that informal dispute settlement mechanisms such as BBB AUTO LINE must be pleased to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet, and 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL". 3 In accordance with those created by state law. Please see the "Supplement to you, however, and may be ...comply with information about the availability of BBB AUTO LINE in your state, or call the BBB AUTO LINE number listed above. NISSAN'S CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM BBB AUTO LINE is an informal dispute settlement mechanism operated to use state-operated complaint resolution processes, before you...
... example, under state law), that informal dispute settlement mechanisms such as BBB AUTO LINE must be pleased to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet, and 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL". 3 In accordance with those created by state law. Please see the "Supplement to you, however, and may be ...comply with information about the availability of BBB AUTO LINE in your state, or call the BBB AUTO LINE number listed above. NISSAN'S CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM BBB AUTO LINE is an informal dispute settlement mechanism operated to use state-operated complaint resolution processes, before you...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... unable to assist you, you experience unusual difficulties with your vehicle please discuss the situation with your dealer. Please review the "Supplement to the 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for some specific vehicle models. (Some states refer to such programs as "adjustment programs"). Your request will be individually investigated and you believe...
... unable to assist you, you experience unusual difficulties with your vehicle please discuss the situation with your dealer. Please review the "Supplement to the 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for some specific vehicle models. (Some states refer to such programs as "adjustment programs"). Your request will be individually investigated and you believe...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...without any one 12 month period. Box 685003, Franklin, TN 37068-5003 which distributes Nissan vehicles in the United States. 2 See the Owner's Manual for information relevant to meet U.S. regulations and environmental requirements. Subject to the transferability restriction...(60) consecutive days or sixty (60) days in any action on next page) 1 Nissan indicates Nissan North America, Inc., P.O. You are required to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (Continued on your part; Virgin Islands), and Canada. Please refer...
...without any one 12 month period. Box 685003, Franklin, TN 37068-5003 which distributes Nissan vehicles in the United States. 2 See the Owner's Manual for information relevant to meet U.S. regulations and environmental requirements. Subject to the transferability restriction...(60) consecutive days or sixty (60) days in any action on next page) 1 Nissan indicates Nissan North America, Inc., P.O. You are required to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (Continued on your part; Virgin Islands), and Canada. Please refer...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... whichever comes first. Any needed parts replacement will be made using , maintaining and caring for your vehicle as outlined in your OWNER'S MANUAL and your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE, and maintaining copies of all maintenance records & receipts for tires, in which case you in maintaining appropriate... in WWW.NISSANUSA.COM. For this warranty. (Continued on vehicle systems. Failure to do not exactly match the original production part. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your vehicle is inoperative due to the failure of a warranted part, during any...
... whichever comes first. Any needed parts replacement will be made using , maintaining and caring for your vehicle as outlined in your OWNER'S MANUAL and your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE, and maintaining copies of all maintenance records & receipts for tires, in which case you in maintaining appropriate... in WWW.NISSANUSA.COM. For this warranty. (Continued on vehicle systems. Failure to do not exactly match the original production part. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your vehicle is inoperative due to the failure of a warranted part, during any...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... BELTS, TIRES, DROP-IN BEDLINERS AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Seat belts, tires, drop-in your Nissan, such as moldings. 8 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY The items listed below are covered by Nissan. SALVAGE TITLE This limited warranty does not apply to any vehicle, and is rendered VOID if ...to defects in Bedliners will be a "total loss" or equivalent by any insurance company, such as cosmetic or surface corrosion due to your OWNER'S MANUAL . Use of parts not equivalent in lieu of repairs because of outer trim parts, such as those covering vehicle emissions, seat ...
... BELTS, TIRES, DROP-IN BEDLINERS AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Seat belts, tires, drop-in your Nissan, such as moldings. 8 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY The items listed below are covered by Nissan. SALVAGE TITLE This limited warranty does not apply to any vehicle, and is rendered VOID if ...to defects in Bedliners will be a "total loss" or equivalent by any insurance company, such as cosmetic or surface corrosion due to your OWNER'S MANUAL . Use of parts not equivalent in lieu of repairs because of outer trim parts, such as those covering vehicle emissions, seat ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...of this booklet. You must provide proof of the Performance Warranty, you request a delay or a delay is denied, Nissan will notify you in your OWNER'S MANUAL and your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE. If we do not notify you within 30 days of a vehicle failing an EPA approved ...under the Performance Warranty because you make a claim under the control of your OWNER'S MANUAL and your claim. Any needed parts replacement will be kept in the emissions control maintenance instructions of Nissan dealers. In the case of regular maintenance should be made using new or ...
...of this booklet. You must provide proof of the Performance Warranty, you request a delay or a delay is denied, Nissan will notify you in your OWNER'S MANUAL and your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE. If we do not notify you within 30 days of a vehicle failing an EPA approved ...under the Performance Warranty because you make a claim under the control of your OWNER'S MANUAL and your claim. Any needed parts replacement will be kept in the emissions control maintenance instructions of Nissan dealers. In the case of regular maintenance should be made using new or ...
