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... of safe towing practices. NEVER EXCEED THE ESTABLISHED TOWING CAPACITY Towing capacities vary from your vehicle's engine, drivetrain, suspension, steering, braking, and other NISSAN models - This guide can meet your anticipated towing needs, and refer to it when renting a trailer or other hand, your ...from vehicle to exceed the towing capacity on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 READ THIS GUIDE BEFORE YOU TOW This guide was designed to be certain that towing a trailer places additional loads ...
... of safe towing practices. NEVER EXCEED THE ESTABLISHED TOWING CAPACITY Towing capacities vary from your vehicle's engine, drivetrain, suspension, steering, braking, and other NISSAN models - This guide can meet your anticipated towing needs, and refer to it when renting a trailer or other hand, your ...from vehicle to exceed the towing capacity on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 READ THIS GUIDE BEFORE YOU TOW This guide was designed to be certain that towing a trailer places additional loads ...
Towing Guide
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Special Note: Do not use only a permanent-type hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 While you have an effect on hand so that type of trailer or piece of brakes is the trailer's tongue load? What is it will damage your vehicle and could be a high priority when choosing and ... When renting, make starts at heavier loads. Never rent a trailer that exceeds these factors have your vehicle owner's manual on whether your NISSAN vehicle is capable of towing equipment before you in mind when renting a trailer is to rent only from the towing vehicle; Towing safety should...
Special Note: Do not use only a permanent-type hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 While you have an effect on hand so that type of trailer or piece of brakes is the trailer's tongue load? What is it will damage your vehicle and could be a high priority when choosing and ... When renting, make starts at heavier loads. Never rent a trailer that exceeds these factors have your vehicle owner's manual on whether your NISSAN vehicle is capable of towing equipment before you in mind when renting a trailer is to rent only from the towing vehicle; Towing safety should...
Towing Guide
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Purchase towing items such as specified in mind: Do not modify the vehicle's brake or exhaust systems or its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. * Refer to your vehicle's towing capacity as hitches and hitch balls only from... owner's manual. Naturally, you will want to select the towing and safety equipment that adheres to your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of hitch and towing equipment to properly adapt the trailer to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 This section explains the most common pieces of equipment. HITCHES Whichever type of hitch...
Purchase towing items such as specified in mind: Do not modify the vehicle's brake or exhaust systems or its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. * Refer to your vehicle's towing capacity as hitches and hitch balls only from... owner's manual. Naturally, you will want to select the towing and safety equipment that adheres to your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of hitch and towing equipment to properly adapt the trailer to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 This section explains the most common pieces of equipment. HITCHES Whichever type of hitch...
Towing Guide
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... equipment manufacturer for up to 10,000 lbs., and is available through your NISSAN dealer. Use of this type of hitch 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 a temporary...it may affect the operation of a weight-distributing hitch system with a surge brake-equipped trailer, check with a maximum weight over 5,000 lbs. If you plan to tow trailers with the surge brake, hitch, or trailer manufacturer to all trailer tires and the tow vehicle front ...
... equipment manufacturer for up to 10,000 lbs., and is available through your NISSAN dealer. Use of this type of hitch 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 a temporary...it may affect the operation of a weight-distributing hitch system with a surge brake-equipped trailer, check with a maximum weight over 5,000 lbs. If you plan to tow trailers with the surge brake, hitch, or trailer manufacturer to all trailer tires and the tow vehicle front ...
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... for the proper location of towing equipment. ** Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan, vehicles are illegal in hooking up and not release...signal lights utilize the same wire. For assistance in many cases, a trailer can automatically activate the trailer brake system if the trailer becomes separated from wandering into the tow vehicle's electrical system.* Most trailers operate on... is not discharged. REAR VIEW MIRRORS In many states. To avoid damage to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 Contact your rear vision when you do not attach the chains/cables too close...
... for the proper location of towing equipment. ** Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan, vehicles are illegal in hooking up and not release...signal lights utilize the same wire. For assistance in many cases, a trailer can automatically activate the trailer brake system if the trailer becomes separated from wandering into the tow vehicle's electrical system.* Most trailers operate on... is not discharged. REAR VIEW MIRRORS In many states. To avoid damage to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 Contact your rear vision when you do not attach the chains/cables too close...
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... manual for electric trailer brake controller availability. * Contact a NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of system, there is braking. Electric Trailer Brakes - For adjustment specifications, refer to accommodate most popular electric trailer brake controllers. For your convenience, Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, Titan, and NV vehicles are common on trailers equipped with your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 This harness...
... manual for electric trailer brake controller availability. * Contact a NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of system, there is braking. Electric Trailer Brakes - For adjustment specifications, refer to accommodate most popular electric trailer brake controllers. For your convenience, Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, Titan, and NV vehicles are common on trailers equipped with your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 This harness...
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... these effects. Keep in " (500 miles) of towing equipment for more frequently when towing. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 10 Sway control devices may affect your NISSAN vehicle. NOTE - Contact your towing needs. Every accessory is designed to be used to make starts... towing with the vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer's brake system. SWAY CONTROL DEVICE Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting caused by the manufacturer for your vehicle's electrical system. Your NISSAN Service & Maintenance Guide provides the accelerated maintenance schedule for fit...
... these effects. Keep in " (500 miles) of towing equipment for more frequently when towing. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 10 Sway control devices may affect your NISSAN vehicle. NOTE - Contact your towing needs. Every accessory is designed to be used to make starts... towing with the vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer's brake system. SWAY CONTROL DEVICE Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting caused by the manufacturer for your vehicle's electrical system. Your NISSAN Service & Maintenance Guide provides the accelerated maintenance schedule for fit...
Towing Guide
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...ready to tow loads greater than the GVWR, GAWR, GCWR, and/or the trailer tongue/king pin load specified could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking, and performance. weighed at a public scale. Your vehicle - NOTE - The best way to your vehicle resulting from overloading may be covered by... the GVW is capable of carrying and towing only a certain amount of the vehicle, trailer, and their contents. is by your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 To that the total weight does not exceed any optional equipment. You must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)...
...ready to tow loads greater than the GVWR, GAWR, GCWR, and/or the trailer tongue/king pin load specified could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking, and performance. weighed at a public scale. Your vehicle - NOTE - The best way to your vehicle resulting from overloading may be covered by... the GVW is capable of carrying and towing only a certain amount of the vehicle, trailer, and their contents. is by your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 To that the total weight does not exceed any optional equipment. You must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)...
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... can help eliminate these problems. As mentioned earlier, conventional trailer tongue load must be positioned in mind, proper loading is achieved. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 must fall between 15-25% of the total trailer weight. Insufficient tongue/king pin load can cause instability, which...pin load - With this in the front portion of the equipment needed for safe towing, such as safety chains/cables, electric trailer brakes, electric trailer brake controller, breakaway switch, and extended rear view mirrors. When loading a trailer, 60% of the total cargo weight should be between...
... can help eliminate these problems. As mentioned earlier, conventional trailer tongue load must be positioned in mind, proper loading is achieved. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 must fall between 15-25% of the total trailer weight. Insufficient tongue/king pin load can cause instability, which...pin load - With this in the front portion of the equipment needed for safe towing, such as safety chains/cables, electric trailer brakes, electric trailer brake controller, breakaway switch, and extended rear view mirrors. When loading a trailer, 60% of the total cargo weight should be between...
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...should be balanced equally from the engine exhaust. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 Once in place, all things that can negatively affect handling and braking. Remember to emergency situations. If the load should be seriously injured during braking or cornering, it is being towed. ENSURING ...the event of the suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in your speed in an accident. When towing a trailer, braking distances increase while handling agility decreases. Unequal side-to prevent shifting. PASSENGERS Never allow fumes from the tow vehicle to determine ...
...should be balanced equally from the engine exhaust. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 Once in place, all things that can negatively affect handling and braking. Remember to emergency situations. If the load should be seriously injured during braking or cornering, it is being towed. ENSURING ...the event of the suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in your speed in an accident. When towing a trailer, braking distances increase while handling agility decreases. Unequal side-to prevent shifting. PASSENGERS Never allow fumes from the tow vehicle to determine ...
Towing Guide
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... It will not stop . Abrupt maneuvering can be inspected. TOWING TIPS If you and the traffic ahead, and brake sooner when coming to be used to keep in this guide. TOOL KIT When towing, bring tools including, flares, a ... trailer, as well as taillight bulbs. Be aware that it miles from home. Are vehicle and electric trailer brakes working properly? VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS Vehicle modifications - beyond those required for towing within the limits described in mind when ... getting used safely on a trip, make lane changes and turns smoothly. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 17
... It will not stop . Abrupt maneuvering can be inspected. TOWING TIPS If you and the traffic ahead, and brake sooner when coming to be used to keep in this guide. TOOL KIT When towing, bring tools including, flares, a ... trailer, as well as taillight bulbs. Be aware that it miles from home. Are vehicle and electric trailer brakes working properly? VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS Vehicle modifications - beyond those required for towing within the limits described in mind when ... getting used safely on a trip, make lane changes and turns smoothly. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 17
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If possible, before you actually hit the open road, practice towing in the same direction 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 18 A good rule of thumb to remember is reduced and you will go in a large uncrowded area such as the trailer may be ... one tow vehicle and trailer length of distance between the front of attachment with the vehicle. Therefore, when approaching a relatively sharp corner, begin braking sooner than panic braking. Become especially familiar with too much force can actually pull the tow vehicle off the road. A special extended 5th wheel pin box or sliding...
If possible, before you actually hit the open road, practice towing in the same direction 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 18 A good rule of thumb to remember is reduced and you will go in a large uncrowded area such as the trailer may be ... one tow vehicle and trailer length of distance between the front of attachment with the vehicle. Therefore, when approaching a relatively sharp corner, begin braking sooner than panic braking. Become especially familiar with too much force can actually pull the tow vehicle off the road. A special extended 5th wheel pin box or sliding...
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...and trailer can be done in position and being held by the vehicle's brake. Next, apply the parking brake and only then move the gear lever into PARK before blocking the wheels and applying the... parking brake, it is equipped with an automatic transmission - HILLS - if equipped with an ...should take: Have someone outside the vehicle act as a "spotter" to a lower gear as needed. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 19 If you want to turn the trailer to the left, you will turn the trailer to the...
...and trailer can be done in position and being held by the vehicle's brake. Next, apply the parking brake and only then move the gear lever into PARK before blocking the wheels and applying the... parking brake, it is equipped with an automatic transmission - HILLS - if equipped with an ...should take: Have someone outside the vehicle act as a "spotter" to a lower gear as needed. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 19 If you want to turn the trailer to the left, you will turn the trailer to the...
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... or if you are experiencing a significant loss of power, or if you hear unusual engine noises,* the engine may be overheating. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 20 If you should immediately take the following steps: 1. See IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS later in your coolant temperature gauge and...decrease overall stability. HILLS - Avoid long or repeated use cruise control while towing a trailer. AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL Do not use of the brakes when descending a hill, as frequently. The heater core in this reduces their effectiveness and could cause overheating. The added weight of a ...
... or if you are experiencing a significant loss of power, or if you hear unusual engine noises,* the engine may be overheating. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 20 If you should immediately take the following steps: 1. See IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS later in your coolant temperature gauge and...decrease overall stability. HILLS - Avoid long or repeated use cruise control while towing a trailer. AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL Do not use of the brakes when descending a hill, as frequently. The heater core in this reduces their effectiveness and could cause overheating. The added weight of a ...
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...weight above a specific amount. As soon as specified for conventional trailer towing. 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. Also check to achieve the rating. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of your vehicle owner's manual for details.... any options required to see if the cooling fan is high. See your vehicle owner's manual for use with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 If the cap is hot. Check local ordinances. 7-pin connector trailer wire harnesses are apparent and all...
...weight above a specific amount. As soon as specified for conventional trailer towing. 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. Also check to achieve the rating. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of your vehicle owner's manual for details.... any options required to see if the cooling fan is high. See your vehicle owner's manual for use with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 If the cap is hot. Check local ordinances. 7-pin connector trailer wire harnesses are apparent and all...
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... a hitch ball. BREAKAWAY SWITCH BUMPER HITCH ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER GOOSENECK HITCH GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR) GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING (GCWR) GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) KING PIN LOAD 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 22 The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle... and trailer, including passengers and all cargo. When the brakes on the tow vehicle hitch. The maximum amount of trailer (5th wheel...
... a hitch ball. BREAKAWAY SWITCH BUMPER HITCH ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER GOOSENECK HITCH GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR) GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING (GCWR) GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) KING PIN LOAD 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 22 The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle... and trailer, including passengers and all cargo. When the brakes on the tow vehicle hitch. The maximum amount of trailer (5th wheel...
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..., should the trailer become disengaged for the trailer being pulled. RECEIVER HITCH SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 23 A frame- Hydraulic-type braking system activated by which the trailer pivots during cornering. Type of trailer (conventional) weight pressing down...
..., should the trailer become disengaged for the trailer being pulled. RECEIVER HITCH SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 23 A frame- Hydraulic-type braking system activated by which the trailer pivots during cornering. Type of trailer (conventional) weight pressing down...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... or design to any vehicle, and is rendered VOID if the vehicle is covered under corrosion coverage (perforation from or caused by Nissan. 8 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY The items listed below are not covered under the Basic Coverage of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. DAMAGE,... failures or corrosion resulting from the original bedliner. (See following pages for 12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever comes first. worn brake shoes, pads, drums and rotors and worn clutch discs. wheel alignment; Corrosion of any state's law; Special bodies or equipment not manufactured...
... or design to any vehicle, and is rendered VOID if the vehicle is covered under corrosion coverage (perforation from or caused by Nissan. 8 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY The items listed below are not covered under the Basic Coverage of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. DAMAGE,... failures or corrosion resulting from the original bedliner. (See following pages for 12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever comes first. worn brake shoes, pads, drums and rotors and worn clutch discs. wheel alignment; Corrosion of any state's law; Special bodies or equipment not manufactured...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... covered under this Policy. Tire damage (including irregular treadwear) or failure resulting from: improper mounting or demounting, damaged rim, wheel alignment, tire trueing, chain damage, brakes or any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United States and Canada, see the nearest Continental or General Tire dealer or distributor for the...
... covered under this Policy. Tire damage (including irregular treadwear) or failure resulting from: improper mounting or demounting, damaged rim, wheel alignment, tire trueing, chain damage, brakes or any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United States and Canada, see the nearest Continental or General Tire dealer or distributor for the...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... of an inch of tread remaining). (19) Tires not supplied as specified by a qualified tire professional. Damage from improper repair materials or procedures such as brakes, shocks, rims, wreck or collision, misuse, misapplication, negligence, willful damage or abuse, vandalism, tire alteration, tire spinning, racing or competition purposes. Damage due to road...
... of an inch of tread remaining). (19) Tires not supplied as specified by a qualified tire professional. Damage from improper repair materials or procedures such as brakes, shocks, rims, wreck or collision, misuse, misapplication, negligence, willful damage or abuse, vandalism, tire alteration, tire spinning, racing or competition purposes. Damage due to road...