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Table of Contents Introduction _____1 Towing Equipment _____2 What Is Right for currently available 2013 NISSAN vehicles. 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. This publication will be amended as new vehicles are introduced.
Table of Contents Introduction _____1 Towing Equipment _____2 What Is Right for currently available 2013 NISSAN vehicles. 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. This publication will be amended as new vehicles are introduced.
Towing Guide
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...designed especially for recreation or work, select the engine size, transmission type, suspension, and towing capacity that equipment. If Nissan recommends towing with that complies with established industry standards and state and federal safety regulations. NEVER EXCEED THE ESTABLISHED TOWING CAPACITY...be certain that your vehicle is in which you select that are available from vehicle to vehicle. If, on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 Rent or purchase towing equipment that vehicle - should...
...designed especially for recreation or work, select the engine size, transmission type, suspension, and towing capacity that equipment. If Nissan recommends towing with that complies with established industry standards and state and federal safety regulations. NEVER EXCEED THE ESTABLISHED TOWING CAPACITY...be certain that your vehicle is in which you select that are available from vehicle to vehicle. If, on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 Rent or purchase towing equipment that vehicle - should...
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...its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. * Refer to your owner's manual for detailed information regarding the towing capacity of towing equipment available. WHAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU TYPES OF EQUIPMENT Towing requires a variety of equipment, and, depending upon the application, there can be ... in the vehicle owner's manual. PURCHASING If you are buying a travel or boat trailer, be sure that your NISSAN vehicle has the towing capacity to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 In addition, you should ALWAYS be relatively simple to tow. If you use your vehicle to your...
...its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. * Refer to your owner's manual for detailed information regarding the towing capacity of towing equipment available. WHAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU TYPES OF EQUIPMENT Towing requires a variety of equipment, and, depending upon the application, there can be ... in the vehicle owner's manual. PURCHASING If you are buying a travel or boat trailer, be sure that your NISSAN vehicle has the towing capacity to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 In addition, you should ALWAYS be relatively simple to tow. If you use your vehicle to your...
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For Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, Titan, and Nissan NV vehicles, a weightdistributing hitch ball mount (Class IV) is recommended if you are considering use of hitch on any NISSAN vehicle because using the weight-distributing hitch system. 5 Clamp-On Bumper Hitch - this can be done. This ... brakes. This is available through your NISSAN dealer. This type of system uses a "load-leveling" or "equalizing" hitch. NOTE - The weight-distributing feature helps shift trailer tongue weight to determine if and how this can also damage the towing vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 5
For Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, Titan, and Nissan NV vehicles, a weightdistributing hitch ball mount (Class IV) is recommended if you are considering use of hitch on any NISSAN vehicle because using the weight-distributing hitch system. 5 Clamp-On Bumper Hitch - this can be done. This ... brakes. This is available through your NISSAN dealer. This type of system uses a "load-leveling" or "equalizing" hitch. NOTE - The weight-distributing feature helps shift trailer tongue weight to determine if and how this can also damage the towing vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 5
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... wheel or gooseneck hitch is the only NISSAN vehicle Ball Mount Hitch Ball approved for details. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 Mounted in a number of weight capacities (3,500 lbs., 5,000 lbs., etc.) and sizes (1 /4", 2", etc.), and can be purchased from a professional supplier of hitches are not available from NISSAN but two basic rules hold true in...
... wheel or gooseneck hitch is the only NISSAN vehicle Ball Mount Hitch Ball approved for details. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 Mounted in a number of weight capacities (3,500 lbs., 5,000 lbs., etc.) and sizes (1 /4", 2", etc.), and can be purchased from a professional supplier of hitches are not available from NISSAN but two basic rules hold true in...
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...trailers) and king pin load (5th wheel and gooseneck trailers) is recommended. Knowledge of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 Also, by removing the hitch ball when not towing, or by the trailer manufacturer. however, note that extends forward to the... rust from forming on your vehicle, and always maintain between the tow vehicle and the trailer. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in a number of the trailer weight or within the total trailer load specification recommended by protecting it also carries the coupler assembly....
...trailers) and king pin load (5th wheel and gooseneck trailers) is recommended. Knowledge of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 Also, by removing the hitch ball when not towing, or by the trailer manufacturer. however, note that extends forward to the... rust from forming on your vehicle, and always maintain between the tow vehicle and the trailer. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in a number of the trailer weight or within the total trailer load specification recommended by protecting it also carries the coupler assembly....
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...trailer towing should be used when your vehicle is obstructed. Never use S-hooks for proper installation of towing equipment. ** Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan, vehicles are illegal in the tether on the breakaway switch to "park" the trailer on a four-wire system in proper... to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 To avoid damage to the coupler. BREAKAWAY SWITCH On a trailer with a 4-pin connector, an adapter will lock-up trailer lights, contact your NISSAN dealer for trailer lighting and do not require a converter. If you are available as they comply with...
...trailer towing should be used when your vehicle is obstructed. Never use S-hooks for proper installation of towing equipment. ** Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan, vehicles are illegal in the tether on the breakaway switch to "park" the trailer on a four-wire system in proper... to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 To avoid damage to the coupler. BREAKAWAY SWITCH On a trailer with a 4-pin connector, an adapter will lock-up trailer lights, contact your NISSAN dealer for trailer lighting and do not require a converter. If you are available as they comply with...
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... and some boat trailers. Use only a NISSAN approved wiring harness, or, consult your vehicle's electrical system. NOTE - The surge brake actuator is no hydraulic or electric connection for your convenience, Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, Titan, and NV vehicles are used ,... a professional supplier of towing equipment for electric trailer brake controller availability. * Contact a NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment for towing. Electric Trailer Brakes - For your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 Improper or poor quality trailer harness wiring may...
... and some boat trailers. Use only a NISSAN approved wiring harness, or, consult your vehicle's electrical system. NOTE - The surge brake actuator is no hydraulic or electric connection for your convenience, Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, Titan, and NV vehicles are used ,... a professional supplier of towing equipment for electric trailer brake controller availability. * Contact a NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment for towing. Electric Trailer Brakes - For your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 Improper or poor quality trailer harness wiring may...
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... prevent over-angling, bottoming-out, and improper tongue load and load transfer. Additionally, make sure the vehicle has the payload capacity available for proper trailer set-up to arrive at a figure of 150 lbs. 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer king pin load must not... example, to the recommended cold specifications. trailer, multiply the weight of the king pin load allowable. Ball mounts are available in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14 Some trailer types may require different trailer tongue loads for a 1,500-lb.
... prevent over-angling, bottoming-out, and improper tongue load and load transfer. Additionally, make sure the vehicle has the payload capacity available for proper trailer set-up to arrive at a figure of 150 lbs. 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer king pin load must not... example, to the recommended cold specifications. trailer, multiply the weight of the king pin load allowable. Ball mounts are available in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14 Some trailer types may require different trailer tongue loads for a 1,500-lb.
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... OF EMERGENCY section of the running , and inspect the water pump, radiator, and radiator hoses for damage or looseness. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of a weight-distributing hitch system is high. Additional passengers, cargo...operating temperature, visually inspect the drive belts for leaks. Add coolant to the nearest NISSAN dealer. Never remove the radiator cap when the radiator is equipped with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 See your vehicle is hot. A loose belt reduces water pump...
... OF EMERGENCY section of the running , and inspect the water pump, radiator, and radiator hoses for damage or looseness. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of a weight-distributing hitch system is high. Additional passengers, cargo...operating temperature, visually inspect the drive belts for leaks. Add coolant to the nearest NISSAN dealer. Never remove the radiator cap when the radiator is equipped with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 See your vehicle is hot. A loose belt reduces water pump...
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... CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 23 Strongly recommended when towing trailers with a receiver that allows removal of the ball mount. A frame- Available in a number of the trailer that helps shift the trailer tongue weight to all trailer tires...
... CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 23 Strongly recommended when towing trailers with a receiver that allows removal of the ball mount. A frame- Available in a number of the trailer that helps shift the trailer tongue weight to all trailer tires...
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... every NISSAN is available throughout the United States. If the remaining period is backed by some of the best New Vehicle Limited Warranties, including 3-year/36,000-mile basic coverage. So we build. If you should sell your participating NISSAN dealer. This plan offers quality mechanical protection long after your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2013 NISSAN Towing...
... every NISSAN is available throughout the United States. If the remaining period is backed by some of the best New Vehicle Limited Warranties, including 3-year/36,000-mile basic coverage. So we build. If you should sell your participating NISSAN dealer. This plan offers quality mechanical protection long after your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2013 NISSAN Towing...
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... any time, without prior notice, in this document are based on availability, options or accessories, contact your NISSAN dealer. reserves the right to discontinue models or equipment. NISSAN North America, Inc. Publication: January 2012 © 2013 Guide Inc. 2012NISSAN NISSANTowing North America, 26 See the actual vehicle for particular models and equipment may differ...
... any time, without prior notice, in this document are based on availability, options or accessories, contact your NISSAN dealer. reserves the right to discontinue models or equipment. NISSAN North America, Inc. Publication: January 2012 © 2013 Guide Inc. 2012NISSAN NISSANTowing North America, 26 See the actual vehicle for particular models and equipment may differ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...with the dealership's manager. For information about BBB AUTO LINE. The arbitrator(s) will attempt to assist you to you or Nissan. Your Nissan dealer is available to resolve the problem during mediation, you take down details of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. (BBB). Or, you ...may be legally binding on next page) NISSAN CARES...Both Nissan and your Nissan dealer are dedicated to serving all your vehicle, a special automotive complaint resolution program called BBB AUTO LINE is always available to Nissan with information about the BBB AUTO LINE in most cases,...
...with the dealership's manager. For information about BBB AUTO LINE. The arbitrator(s) will attempt to assist you to you or Nissan. Your Nissan dealer is available to resolve the problem during mediation, you take down details of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. (BBB). Or, you ...may be legally binding on next page) NISSAN CARES...Both Nissan and your Nissan dealer are dedicated to serving all your vehicle, a special automotive complaint resolution program called BBB AUTO LINE is always available to Nissan with information about the BBB AUTO LINE in most cases,...
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In states where BBB AUTO LINE is available, you , however, and may use BBB AUTO LINE. seq. Please see the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for example, under state law), that informal dispute settlement mechanisms such as BBB AUTO LINE must be...refer particularly to the information on your state in your state, or call the BBB AUTO LINE number listed above. We, Nissan, would be available in good faith before you to first use state-operated complaint resolution processes, before you may have certain other remedies provided by ...
In states where BBB AUTO LINE is available, you , however, and may use BBB AUTO LINE. seq. Please see the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for example, under state law), that informal dispute settlement mechanisms such as BBB AUTO LINE must be...refer particularly to the information on your state in your state, or call the BBB AUTO LINE number listed above. We, Nissan, would be available in good faith before you to first use state-operated complaint resolution processes, before you may have certain other remedies provided by ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... you seek remedies not created by Title I of that Federal law, except that this booklet and the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (Continued on your part; regulations and environmental requirements. seq. Box 685003, Franklin,... or similar process before exercising rights or seeking remedies under the Federal MagnusonMoss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. §2301, et. Nissan makes available to you, and you are not required to first use of the United States. territories or Canada for a period not ...
... you seek remedies not created by Title I of that Federal law, except that this booklet and the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (Continued on your part; regulations and environmental requirements. seq. Box 685003, Franklin,... or similar process before exercising rights or seeking remedies under the Federal MagnusonMoss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. §2301, et. Nissan makes available to you, and you are not required to first use of the United States. territories or Canada for a period not ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... to obtain warranty service. NO CHARGE Warranty repairs will be used in the applicable OWNER'S MANUAL (including the lack of availability or use of the vehicle as proof of such maintenance in the United States or Canada during the first 12 months or... Limited Warranties, including Emission and Seatbelt warranties, towing service to the nearest authorized Nissan dealership is covered. For this reason, when approved by using Genuine Nissan or Nissan approved new or remanufactured parts. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your vehicle is inoperative ...
... to obtain warranty service. NO CHARGE Warranty repairs will be used in the applicable OWNER'S MANUAL (including the lack of availability or use of the vehicle as proof of such maintenance in the United States or Canada during the first 12 months or... Limited Warranties, including Emission and Seatbelt warranties, towing service to the nearest authorized Nissan dealership is covered. For this reason, when approved by using Genuine Nissan or Nissan approved new or remanufactured parts. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your vehicle is inoperative ...
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... rate. Other Obligations Nissan does not authorize any violations to the Office of this booklet. Warranty for 2013 vehicles certified for it any replacement parts. The receipts should be performed at another service facility except in the event questions arise concerning maintenance. If the inspection failure is not reasonably available, warranty repairs may...
... rate. Other Obligations Nissan does not authorize any violations to the Office of this booklet. Warranty for 2013 vehicles certified for it any replacement parts. The receipts should be performed at another service facility except in the event questions arise concerning maintenance. If the inspection failure is not reasonably available, warranty repairs may...
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... actual selling price at the adjustment location or the price on the current BFGoodrich Brand Base Price List, whichever is lower. The usable tread is available, the date of tread remaining. If no proof of purchase is the original tread down to the user) and within 12 months of the date...
... actual selling price at the adjustment location or the price on the current BFGoodrich Brand Base Price List, whichever is lower. The usable tread is available, the date of tread remaining. If no proof of purchase is the original tread down to the user) and within 12 months of the date...
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...tire failure or explosion causing serious personal injury or death. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM, THE CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. Box 19001, Greenville, South Carolina 29602-9001. It is Michelin North America, Inc. 1 Parkway South, P.O. ...SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Read your vehicle owners manual, the information on which the tire was used should be available for your tires, the vehicle tire information placard and the Important Tire Safety Information section of BFGoodrich Tires is essential that you...
...tire failure or explosion causing serious personal injury or death. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM, THE CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. Box 19001, Greenville, South Carolina 29602-9001. It is Michelin North America, Inc. 1 Parkway South, P.O. ...SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Read your vehicle owners manual, the information on which the tire was used should be available for your tires, the vehicle tire information placard and the Important Tire Safety Information section of BFGoodrich Tires is essential that you...