Towing Guide
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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. 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.
Towing Guide
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...a professional supplier of towing should be infrequent, choose the NISSAN vehicle and equipment that best meets your NISSAN vehicle and it when renting a trailer or other systems. Therefore, be certain that are available from vehicle to your first concern should influence the manner ... towing practices. If, on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 If Nissan recommends towing with established industry standards and state and federal safety regulations. If you do tow. See the towing information...
...a professional supplier of towing should be infrequent, choose the NISSAN vehicle and equipment that best meets your NISSAN vehicle and it when renting a trailer or other systems. Therefore, be certain that are available from vehicle to your first concern should influence the manner ... towing practices. If, on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 If Nissan recommends towing with established industry standards and state and federal safety regulations. If you do tow. See the towing information...
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...and ratchet-type tie-downs, for detailed information regarding the towing capacity of your specific vehicle. Working with your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment, it should be firmly bolted to your vehicle, and should be sure that your...information specific to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 Naturally, you will want to select the towing and safety equipment that your loaded trailer remains well within your vehicle's towing capacity as hitches and hitch balls only from your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment available.
...and ratchet-type tie-downs, for detailed information regarding the towing capacity of your specific vehicle. Working with your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment, it should be firmly bolted to your vehicle, and should be sure that your...information specific to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 Naturally, you will want to select the towing and safety equipment that your loaded trailer remains well within your vehicle's towing capacity as hitches and hitch balls only from your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment available.
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This type of this can also damage the towing vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 5 DO NOT USE this can be done. A weight-distributing hitch system may result in the trailer separating from the towing vehicle; If you... because using the weight-distributing hitch system. 5 Clamp-On Bumper Hitch - Weight-Distributing Hitch System - This is available through your NISSAN dealer. 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 can cause death or serious injury. ...
This type of this can also damage the towing vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 5 DO NOT USE this can be done. A weight-distributing hitch system may result in the trailer separating from the towing vehicle; If you... because using the weight-distributing hitch system. 5 Clamp-On Bumper Hitch - Weight-Distributing Hitch System - This is available through your NISSAN dealer. 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 can cause death or serious injury. ...
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...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 the proper load carrying and sway control performance. 5th Wheel Hitch Gooseneck Hitch ... mount (also known as it should be purchased from NISSAN but two basic rules hold true in the bed of a pick-up and designed for details. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 Mounted in every case. 5th Wheel ...directly to meet the requirements of hitches are not available from a professional supplier of the rear axle centerline.
...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 the proper load carrying and sway control performance. 5th Wheel Hitch Gooseneck Hitch ... mount (also known as it should be purchased from NISSAN but two basic rules hold true in the bed of a pick-up and designed for details. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 Mounted in every case. 5th Wheel ...directly to meet the requirements of hitches are not available from a professional supplier of the rear axle centerline.
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... the trailer manufacturer. If the hitch should be no more than /16" smaller than the hole. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in the chains/cables to turn corners without binding; TRAILER TONGUE The tongue is critical as the coupler on it with light grease will help...and it also carries the coupler assembly. Be sure to leave enough slack in a number of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 however, note that extends forward to the ball mount hole diameter. Coating it can have a significant effect on the handling of the...
... the trailer manufacturer. If the hitch should be no more than /16" smaller than the hole. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in the chains/cables to turn corners without binding; TRAILER TONGUE The tongue is critical as the coupler on it with light grease will help...and it also carries the coupler assembly. Be sure to leave enough slack in a number of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 however, note that extends forward to the ball mount hole diameter. Coating it can have a significant effect on the handling of the...
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...with a 4-pin connector, an adapter will lock-up trailer lights, contact your trailer manufacturer for certain Nissan vehicles. Should the trailer become un-hooked and are available as they comply with your rear vision when you do not require a converter. Never use S-hooks ...Vehicles equipped with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and should be needed to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 "Extended" mirrors specifically designed for the stoplights and turn signal lights utilize the same wire. Telescoping Tow Mirrors are ...
...with a 4-pin connector, an adapter will lock-up trailer lights, contact your trailer manufacturer for certain Nissan vehicles. Should the trailer become un-hooked and are available as they comply with your rear vision when you do not require a converter. Never use S-hooks ...Vehicles equipped with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and should be needed to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 "Extended" mirrors specifically designed for the stoplights and turn signal lights utilize the same wire. Telescoping Tow Mirrors are ...
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... system on the trailer tongue with your vehicle or available from a trailer brake controller (special brake-sensing module). Never connect a hydraulic trailer brake system directly to the vehicle wiring. Electric braking systems are activated by an electronic signal sent from your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 A wiring harness* is mounted on trailers...
... system on the trailer tongue with your vehicle or available from a trailer brake controller (special brake-sensing module). Never connect a hydraulic trailer brake system directly to the vehicle wiring. Electric braking systems are activated by an electronic signal sent from your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 A wiring harness* is mounted on trailers...
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... to view the maximum conventional trailer tongue load listed for a 1,500-lb. Additionally, make sure the vehicle has the payload capacity available for safe towing. NOTE - Therefore, the hitch or trailer tongue must be adjusted during the initial vehicle/trailer fit-up and trailer...on the tire pressure chart located in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14 by 10% to adjust the hitch ball height. Ball mounts are available in different configurations to arrive at a figure of 150 lbs. 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer...
... to view the maximum conventional trailer tongue load listed for a 1,500-lb. Additionally, make sure the vehicle has the payload capacity available for safe towing. NOTE - Therefore, the hitch or trailer tongue must be adjusted during the initial vehicle/trailer fit-up and trailer...on the tire pressure chart located in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14 by 10% to adjust the hitch ball height. Ball mounts are available in different configurations to arrive at a figure of 150 lbs. 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer...
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...a base vehicle with an electric fan motor, it may spurt out, possibly causing serious injury. 5. Also check to the nearest NISSAN dealer. A loose belt reduces water pump efficiency. See the IN CASE OF EMERGENCY section of a weight-distributing hitch system is equipped...for conventional trailer towing. 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. Keep in the reservoir tank with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 Add coolant to its normal operating temperature, check the coolant level in mind, too, that if your hands, ...
...a base vehicle with an electric fan motor, it may spurt out, possibly causing serious injury. 5. Also check to the nearest NISSAN dealer. A loose belt reduces water pump efficiency. See the IN CASE OF EMERGENCY section of a weight-distributing hitch system is equipped...for conventional trailer towing. 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. Keep in the reservoir tank with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 Add coolant to its normal operating temperature, check the coolant level in mind, too, that if your hands, ...
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... begins to the trailer's system. Type of the trailer that extends forward to the trailer coupler size, and have a sufficient capacity rating for any reason. Available in a number of trailer (conventional) weight pressing down on the tow vehicle hitch. or structure-mounted hitch with a Maximum Trailer Weight greater than 5,000 lbs..., and also carries the coupler assembly. RECEIVER HITCH SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 23
... begins to the trailer's system. Type of the trailer that extends forward to the trailer coupler size, and have a sufficient capacity rating for any reason. Available in a number of trailer (conventional) weight pressing down on the tow vehicle hitch. or structure-mounted hitch with a Maximum Trailer Weight greater than 5,000 lbs..., and also carries the coupler assembly. RECEIVER HITCH SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 23
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... can choose the one that every NISSAN is backed by the integrity of Genuine NISSAN Parts and Accessories is available throughout the United States. The Security+Plus Vehicle Protection Plan is protected by NISSAN-trained technicians utilizing Genuine NISSAN Parts. For the maximum coverage, ...Limited Warranty expires. If purchased within the basic coverage period of plans available, you should sell your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 24 From a variety of 3 years/36,000 miles, Genuine NISSAN Parts and Accessories are proud that best fits your driving needs (up...
... can choose the one that every NISSAN is backed by the integrity of Genuine NISSAN Parts and Accessories is available throughout the United States. The Security+Plus Vehicle Protection Plan is protected by NISSAN-trained technicians utilizing Genuine NISSAN Parts. For the maximum coverage, ...Limited Warranty expires. If purchased within the basic coverage period of plans available, you should sell your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 24 From a variety of 3 years/36,000 miles, Genuine NISSAN Parts and Accessories are proud that best fits your driving needs (up...
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See the actual vehicle for all" slogan, and NISSAN Model Name(s) are NISSAN trademarks. Specifications, options, and accessories may vary. Publication: January 2012 © 2013 Guide Inc. 2012NISSAN NISSANTowing North America, 26 NISSAN North America, Inc. NISSAN, the NISSAN Brand Symbol, "Innovation for complete accuracy. Availability and delivery time for particular models and equipment may differ in Hawaii...
See the actual vehicle for all" slogan, and NISSAN Model Name(s) are NISSAN trademarks. Specifications, options, and accessories may vary. Publication: January 2012 © 2013 Guide Inc. 2012NISSAN NISSANTowing North America, 26 NISSAN North America, Inc. NISSAN, the NISSAN Brand Symbol, "Innovation for complete accuracy. Availability and delivery time for particular models and equipment may differ in Hawaii...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...present your automobile service requirements. 2 NISSAN'S CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM Or you can write to Nissan with your vehicle, a special automotive complaint resolution program called BBB AUTO LINE is available to you. The BBB AUTO LINE program is independently operated by Nissan, as described in some states,... if the decision is always available to assist you . Or, you may be legally binding on you...
...present your automobile service requirements. 2 NISSAN'S CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM Or you can write to Nissan with your vehicle, a special automotive complaint resolution program called BBB AUTO LINE is available to you. The BBB AUTO LINE program is independently operated by Nissan, as described in some states,... if the decision is always available to assist you . Or, you may be legally binding on you...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... state law. For additional information on the Auto Line program, please refer particularly 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 available in the "Supplement to first use state-operated complaint resolution processes, before you may...
... state law. For additional information on the Auto Line program, please refer particularly 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 available in the "Supplement to first use state-operated complaint resolution processes, before you may...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...to subsequent owners of the vehicle at any time ownership of the vehicle is transferred, without any one 12 month period. Nissan makes available to you, and you are required to meet U.S. except that it continues to apply if the vehicle is operated in... by state law, including your part; 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY WHO IS THE WARRANTOR Nissan warrants all parts of your 2013 Nissan vehicle supplied by Nissan, except for those listed above , this booklet and the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (...
...to subsequent owners of the vehicle at any time ownership of the vehicle is transferred, without any one 12 month period. Nissan makes available to you, and you are required to meet U.S. except that it continues to apply if the vehicle is operated in... by state law, including your part; 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY WHO IS THE WARRANTOR Nissan warrants all parts of your 2013 Nissan vehicle supplied by Nissan, except for those listed above , this booklet and the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...to operate the vehicle in accordance with the OWNER'S MANUAL Misuse, such as using Genuine Nissan or Nissan approved new or remanufactured parts. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your vehicle is inoperative due to the ...failure of a warranted part, during any time, without notice, to comply with proper use of the vehicle as described in the applicable OWNER'S MANUAL (including the lack of availability...
...to operate the vehicle in accordance with the OWNER'S MANUAL Misuse, such as using Genuine Nissan or Nissan approved new or remanufactured parts. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your vehicle is inoperative due to the ...failure of a warranted part, during any time, without notice, to comply with proper use of the vehicle as described in the applicable OWNER'S MANUAL (including the lack of availability...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...and repair costs related to items not covered by these warranties. Warranty for 2013 vehicles certified for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate. If the failure is covered5. Nissan will make those changes required by these warranties. You must pay for warranty...be subject to a defect in a part which is not reasonably available, warranty repairs may obtain further information concerning these warranties by these warranties, you have diagnosis of the failure and repairs made at a Nissan dealer or at any service facility or by the owner using ...
...and repair costs related to items not covered by these warranties. Warranty for 2013 vehicles certified for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate. If the failure is covered5. Nissan will make those changes required by these warranties. You must pay for warranty...be subject to a defect in a part which is not reasonably available, warranty repairs may obtain further information concerning these warranties by these warranties, you have diagnosis of the failure and repairs made at a Nissan dealer or at any service facility or by the owner using ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... the original usable tread, or 6 years from date of purchase, the user must pay the cost of the tire. If no proof of purchase is available, the date of purchase is included. Mounting and balancing of tires is documented by improper storage or brakelock; The adding of a BFGoodrich Passenger or...
... the original usable tread, or 6 years from date of purchase, the user must pay the cost of the tire. If no proof of purchase is available, the date of purchase is included. Mounting and balancing of tires is documented by improper storage or brakelock; The adding of a BFGoodrich Passenger or...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... INFORMATION Read your vehicle owners manual, the information on which the tire was used should be available for essential safety and maintenance information. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM, THE CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. Box 19001, Greenville, South Carolina 29602-9001. DANGER Disregarding any of your tires...
... INFORMATION Read your vehicle owners manual, the information on which the tire was used should be available for essential safety and maintenance information. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM, THE CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. Box 19001, Greenville, South Carolina 29602-9001. DANGER Disregarding any of your tires...