Towing Guide
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... mechanical condition, especially the tires, brakes, suspension, and engine cooling system. See your vehicle. EQUIP YOUR NISSAN FOR TOWING The frequency and type of towing should be infrequent, choose the NISSAN vehicle and equipment that towing a trailer places additional loads on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 If, on the other hand, your towing will find information on your vehicle's engine, drivetrain, suspension, steering, braking, and other NISSAN models...
... mechanical condition, especially the tires, brakes, suspension, and engine cooling system. See your vehicle. EQUIP YOUR NISSAN FOR TOWING The frequency and type of towing should be infrequent, choose the NISSAN vehicle and equipment that towing a trailer places additional loads on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 If, on the other hand, your towing will find information on your vehicle's engine, drivetrain, suspension, steering, braking, and other NISSAN models...
Towing Guide
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... a permanent-type hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 This helps your engine and other parts could even result in towing and towing equipment. Your vehicle's bumpers are properly inflated. this type of hitch. For the first 500 miles that you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 mph and do not make sure that you should be damaged. How much weight will damage your specific vehicle. All of safely...
... a permanent-type hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 This helps your engine and other parts could even result in towing and towing equipment. Your vehicle's bumpers are properly inflated. this type of hitch. For the first 500 miles that you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 mph and do not make sure that you should be damaged. How much weight will damage your specific vehicle. All of safely...
Towing Guide
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... and release the brake, allowing the trailer to roll. If your NISSAN dealer for towing. "Extended" mirrors specifically designed for certain Nissan vehicles. Before using only the standard NISSAN rear view mirrors. Should the trailer become detached, a breakaway switch may become un-hooked and are pre-wired for trailer lighting and do not require a converter. See your trailer braking system. To avoid damage to the bumper and chains/cables when making a sharp turn signal lights, therefore...
... and release the brake, allowing the trailer to roll. If your NISSAN dealer for towing. "Extended" mirrors specifically designed for certain Nissan vehicles. Before using only the standard NISSAN rear view mirrors. Should the trailer become detached, a breakaway switch may become un-hooked and are pre-wired for trailer lighting and do not require a converter. See your trailer braking system. To avoid damage to the bumper and chains/cables when making a sharp turn signal lights, therefore...
Towing Guide
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... weight. SUV, crossover, truck or passenger car - Attempting to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 The best way to consider when towing: Š Gross Vehicle Weight Š Gross Axle Weight (Front and Rear) Š Gross Combined Weight Š Trailer Tongue/King Pin Load These ratings are based upon normal highway driving and may not be reduced if operating in reduced-traction situations, for your vehicle resulting from overloading may be covered...
... weight. SUV, crossover, truck or passenger car - Attempting to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 The best way to consider when towing: Š Gross Vehicle Weight Š Gross Axle Weight (Front and Rear) Š Gross Combined Weight Š Trailer Tongue/King Pin Load These ratings are based upon normal highway driving and may not be reduced if operating in reduced-traction situations, for your vehicle resulting from overloading may be covered...
Towing Guide
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... standpoint 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. You should follow a more frequent maintenance schedule and check fluid levels, pressures, tire condition, etc., more often when on your tow vehicle. Incorrectly loaded trailers tend to tow. Careful loading and balancing can help eliminate these problems. As mentioned earlier, conventional trailer tongue load must be adjusted until the...
... standpoint 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. You should follow a more frequent maintenance schedule and check fluid levels, pressures, tire condition, etc., more often when on your tow vehicle. Incorrectly loaded trailers tend to tow. Careful loading and balancing can help eliminate these problems. As mentioned earlier, conventional trailer tongue load must be adjusted until the...
Towing Guide
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... suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in an accident. In the event of your trailer. When towing a trailer, braking distances increase while handling agility decreases. Finally, do not carry flammable materials, such as the tires, tire pressures, and wheel bearings on both the tow vehicle and the trailer. Once in place, all things that are towing trailers. Remember to reduce your NISSAN dealer or trailer manufacturer to prevent shifting...
... suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in an accident. In the event of your trailer. When towing a trailer, braking distances increase while handling agility decreases. Finally, do not carry flammable materials, such as the tires, tire pressures, and wheel bearings on both the tow vehicle and the trailer. Once in place, all things that are towing trailers. Remember to reduce your NISSAN dealer or trailer manufacturer to prevent shifting...
Towing Guide
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... reliability and longevity of the tow vehicle and the trailer. TOOL KIT When towing, bring tools including, flares, a flashlight, emergency reflectors, jumper cables, extra fuses, extra radiator coolant, oil, and easily replaced spare parts such as a jack suitable for any NISSAN vehicle being used safely on a trip, make lane changes and turns smoothly. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 17 You should always be checked before , be aware that not all the lights work...
... reliability and longevity of the tow vehicle and the trailer. TOOL KIT When towing, bring tools including, flares, a flashlight, emergency reflectors, jumper cables, extra fuses, extra radiator coolant, oil, and easily replaced spare parts such as a jack suitable for any NISSAN vehicle being used safely on a trip, make lane changes and turns smoothly. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 17 You should always be checked before , be aware that not all the lights work...
Towing Guide
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... the water pump, radiator, and radiator hoses for additional information on trailers with driver and any time the coolant temperature is equipped with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 NOTES - As soon as specified for damage or looseness. If you find leaking coolant, a loose or missing drive belt, or an inoperable fan, turn off the engine immediately. 6. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of a weight-distributing hitch...
... the water pump, radiator, and radiator hoses for additional information on trailers with driver and any time the coolant temperature is equipped with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 NOTES - As soon as specified for damage or looseness. If you find leaking coolant, a loose or missing drive belt, or an inoperable fan, turn off the engine immediately. 6. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of a weight-distributing hitch...
Warranty Information Booklet
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..., rocker covers and oil pan, valve train and front cover, timing chain and tensioner, oil pump, water pump and fuel pump, fuel injectors, intake and exhaust manifolds and supercharger, flywheel, seals, and gaskets. Perforation is earlier. Powertrain coverage applies to components listed below under the headings, Engine, Transmission and Transaxle, Drivetrain, and Restraint System, supplied by Nissan subject to the first retail buyer or put into use, whichever is a condition in which...
..., rocker covers and oil pan, valve train and front cover, timing chain and tensioner, oil pump, water pump and fuel pump, fuel injectors, intake and exhaust manifolds and supercharger, flywheel, seals, and gaskets. Perforation is earlier. Powertrain coverage applies to components listed below under the headings, Engine, Transmission and Transaxle, Drivetrain, and Restraint System, supplied by Nissan subject to the first retail buyer or put into use, whichever is a condition in which...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...; Intake manifold Throttle body ⅙ Catalytic converter(s) Exhaust manifold(s) Exhaust tube from manifold to catalytic converter ⅙ Front exhaust tube with catalytic converter permanently attached Camshaft position sensor(s) Crankshaft position sensor(s) Spark plugs, ignition coil and wires Ignition control module Exhaust manifold with catalytic converter permanently attached Evaporative emission control system Fuel filler neck restrictor and check valve Fuel tank and filler cap Idle air control...
...; Intake manifold Throttle body ⅙ Catalytic converter(s) Exhaust manifold(s) Exhaust tube from manifold to catalytic converter ⅙ Front exhaust tube with catalytic converter permanently attached Camshaft position sensor(s) Crankshaft position sensor(s) Spark plugs, ignition coil and wires Ignition control module Exhaust manifold with catalytic converter permanently attached Evaporative emission control system Fuel filler neck restrictor and check valve Fuel tank and filler cap Idle air control...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... Front Exhaust Tube w/Catalytic Convertero Front Exhaust Tube 15 Torque Converter Drive Plate Transmission Control Module Intake Manifold Intake Manifold Collector Engine Control Moduleo Mass Air Flow Sensor X X X X X X Knock Sensor Air Fuel Ratio Sensor, Front Throttle Body 370Z Coupe 370Z Roadster Frontier 4.0L Xterra Armada Titan X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Xooo Xooo Xooo Xooo X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X (Continued on next page) o = Long Term Federal Emission Parts covered for 96 months or 80,000 miles oo = Altima and Sentra...
... Front Exhaust Tube w/Catalytic Convertero Front Exhaust Tube 15 Torque Converter Drive Plate Transmission Control Module Intake Manifold Intake Manifold Collector Engine Control Moduleo Mass Air Flow Sensor X X X X X X Knock Sensor Air Fuel Ratio Sensor, Front Throttle Body 370Z Coupe 370Z Roadster Frontier 4.0L Xterra Armada Titan X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Xooo Xooo Xooo Xooo X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X (Continued on next page) o = Long Term Federal Emission Parts covered for 96 months or 80,000 miles oo = Altima and Sentra...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... be replaced free of charge during mounting or inflation. Improper repair voids this Limited Warranty if the tire was not originally applied or inserted by petroleum products or other chemicals, fire or other externally generated heat, or water or other vehicle conditions, defects, or characteristics. For RFT tires only, improper run-flat or low tire pressure operation, including, without limitation: Improper inflation pressure, overloading, tire/wheel spinning...
... be replaced free of charge during mounting or inflation. Improper repair voids this Limited Warranty if the tire was not originally applied or inserted by petroleum products or other chemicals, fire or other externally generated heat, or water or other vehicle conditions, defects, or characteristics. For RFT tires only, improper run-flat or low tire pressure operation, including, without limitation: Improper inflation pressure, overloading, tire/wheel spinning...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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... Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X). For recommended oil grade and viscosity refer to Chapter 9 in -tank type filter). Fuel Filter Maintenance-free item (in your Owner's Manual. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. When driving for damage, looseness, and grease leakage. (4WD/AWD/RWD). Propeller Shaft(s) Check for prolonged periods in dusty conditions, replace the filter more frequently. Evaporative Emissions Control Vapor...
... Crew Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X). For recommended oil grade and viscosity refer to Chapter 9 in -tank type filter). Fuel Filter Maintenance-free item (in your Owner's Manual. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. When driving for damage, looseness, and grease leakage. (4WD/AWD/RWD). Propeller Shaft(s) Check for prolonged periods in dusty conditions, replace the filter more frequently. Evaporative Emissions Control Vapor...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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... Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X). Equipment varies by model. 30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 ❑ Replace engine oil and filter ❑ Replace brake fluid ❑ Replace engine air filter 2 ❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter 5 ❑ Rotate tires (except all 370Z) ❑ Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission __ Drive shaft boots __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Front suspension ball __ Brake lines & cables joints __ Brake pads, rotors, drums __ Fuel...
... Cab LE, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Versa Hatchback and Xterra (except X). Equipment varies by model. 30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 ❑ Replace engine oil and filter ❑ Replace brake fluid ❑ Replace engine air filter 2 ❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter 5 ❑ Rotate tires (except all 370Z) ❑ Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission __ Drive shaft boots __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Front suspension ball __ Brake lines & cables joints __ Brake pads, rotors, drums __ Fuel...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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... Automatic transmission __ Front suspension ball __ Axle & suspension parts __ Brake lines & cables __ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings __ Differential oil1,3 __ Drive shaft boots __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid/CVT fluid3,4 __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys__ Manual transmission oil3 __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ __ Steering gear and linkage __ Steering linkage ball joints __ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)3 AWD/RWD) tem hoses joints OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE Premium Upgrade adds the following services to your vehicle...
... Automatic transmission __ Front suspension ball __ Axle & suspension parts __ Brake lines & cables __ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings __ Differential oil1,3 __ Drive shaft boots __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid/CVT fluid3,4 __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys__ Manual transmission oil3 __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ __ Steering gear and linkage __ Steering linkage ball joints __ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)3 AWD/RWD) tem hoses joints OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE Premium Upgrade adds the following services to your vehicle...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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... Automatic transmission __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Front suspension ball __ Brake lines & cables joints __ Brake pads, rotors, drums __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys& linings __ CVT fluid (cube, Murano, tem hoses __ Manual transmission oil3 Altima, Altima Coupe, __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ Maxima, Rogue, NV200, __ Differential oil1,3 __ Drive shaft boots Sentra and Versa) OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE Premium Upgrade adds the following services...
... Automatic transmission __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Front suspension ball __ Brake lines & cables joints __ Brake pads, rotors, drums __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys& linings __ CVT fluid (cube, Murano, tem hoses __ Manual transmission oil3 Altima, Altima Coupe, __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ Maxima, Rogue, NV200, __ Differential oil1,3 __ Drive shaft boots Sentra and Versa) OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE Premium Upgrade adds the following services...
Owner's Manual
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... be armed even if the windows are locked. master or mechanical (Intelligent Key models). All doors lock. ● Push the The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to "Silencing the horn beep feature" in the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments" section later in this manual. indicator light comes 4. Confirm that the doors are available at auto supply stores and specialty shops. Lock all doors. It...
... be armed even if the windows are locked. master or mechanical (Intelligent Key models). All doors lock. ● Push the The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to "Silencing the horn beep feature" in the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments" section later in this manual. indicator light comes 4. Confirm that the doors are available at auto supply stores and specialty shops. Lock all doors. It...
Owner's Manual
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... STARTING THE ENGINE NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer system will not allow the engine to start in extremely cold weather or when restarting, depress the accelerator pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold it 5-14 Starting and driving See "Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders" in the "Instruments and controls" section of the driving positions. Manual transmission: Move the shift selector to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Depress the clutch pedal...
... STARTING THE ENGINE NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer system will not allow the engine to start in extremely cold weather or when restarting, depress the accelerator pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold it 5-14 Starting and driving See "Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders" in the "Instruments and controls" section of the driving positions. Manual transmission: Move the shift selector to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Depress the clutch pedal...
Owner's Manual
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... (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2 Flat tire ...6-3 Floor mat positioning aid ...7-5 Fluid Brake fluid ...8-12 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...9-2 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ...8-11 Engine coolant...8-7 Engine oil ...8-9 F.M.V.S.S. fuel ...Emission control information label Emission control system warranty Engine Before starting and driving . . Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-20 Child safety rear door lock ...3-6 Chimes, audible reminders ...2-20 Cleaning exterior and interior ...7-2 Clock ...4-36 (models without navigation system...
... (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2 Flat tire ...6-3 Floor mat positioning aid ...7-5 Fluid Brake fluid ...8-12 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...9-2 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ...8-11 Engine coolant...8-7 Engine oil ...8-9 F.M.V.S.S. fuel ...Emission control information label Emission control system warranty Engine Before starting and driving . . Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-20 Child safety rear door lock ...3-6 Chimes, audible reminders ...2-20 Cleaning exterior and interior ...7-2 Clock ...4-36 (models without navigation system...
Owner's Manual
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...Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9 Warning labels (for SRS) ...1-49 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) System ...1-18 License plate Installing the license plate ...9-11 Light Air bag warning light ...1-49, 2-17 Brake light (See stop light) ...8-28 Bulb check/instrument panel ...2-13 Bulb replacement ...8-28 Charge warning light ...2-14 Console light ...2-43 Fog light switch ...2-28 Headlight and turn signal switch ...2-25 Headlight control switch ...2-25 Headlights ...8-26 Interior light...2-42 Light bulbs ...8-26 Low tire pressure warning light ...2-14 Low windshield...
...Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9 Warning labels (for SRS) ...1-49 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) System ...1-18 License plate Installing the license plate ...9-11 Light Air bag warning light ...1-49, 2-17 Brake light (See stop light) ...8-28 Bulb check/instrument panel ...2-13 Bulb replacement ...8-28 Charge warning light ...2-14 Console light ...2-43 Fog light switch ...2-28 Headlight and turn signal switch ...2-25 Headlight control switch ...2-25 Headlights ...8-26 Interior light...2-42 Light bulbs ...8-26 Low tire pressure warning light ...2-14 Low windshield...
