load capacity NISSAN MURANO 2006 1.G Owners Manual

hicle. If you drive up them, you may
stall. If you drive down them, you may
not be able to control your speed. If
you drive across them, you may roll
over.

Do not shift ranges while driving on
downhill grades as this could cause
loss of control of the vehicle.

Be sure to use the engine brake. The
foot brake performance may be re-
duced, resulting in a possible acci-
dent.

Stay alert when driving to the top of a
hill. At the top there could be a drop-
off or other hazard that could cause
an accident.

If your engine stalls or you cannot
make it to the top of a steep hill,
never attempt to turn around. Your
vehicle could tip or roll over. Always
back straight down in R (Reverse)
range. Never back down in N (Neu-
tral), using only the brake, as this
could cause loss of control.
Heavy braking going down a hill
could cause your brakes to overheat
and fade, resulting in loss of control
and an accident. Apply brakes lightly
and use a low range to control your
speed.

Unsecured cargo can be thrown
around when driving over rough ter-
rain. Properly secure all cargo so it
will not be thrown forward and cause
injury to you or your passengers.

To avoid raising the center of gravity
excessively, do not exceed the rated
capacity of the roof rack (if so
equipped) and evenly distribute the
load. Secure heavy loads in the cargo
area as far forward and as low as
possible. Do not equip the vehicle
with tires larger than specified in this
manual. This could cause your ve-
hicle to roll over.

Do not grip the inside or spokes of
the steering wheel when driving off-
road. The steering wheel could move
suddenly and injure your hands. In-stead drive with your fingers and
thumbs on the outside of the rim.

Before operating the vehicle, ensure
that the driver and all passengers
have their seat belts fastened.

Always drive with the floor mats in
place as the floor may become hot.

Lower your speed when encountering
strong crosswinds. With a higher
center of gravity, your NISSAN is
more affected by strong side winds.
Slower speeds ensure better vehicle
control.

Do not drive beyond the performance
capability of the tires, even with AWD
engaged.
Accelerating quickly, sharp steering
maneuvers or sudden braking may
cause loss of control.

If at all possible, avoid sharp turning
maneuvers, particularly at high
speeds. Your NISSAN all-wheel drive
vehicle has a higher center of gravity
than a two-wheel drive vehicle. The
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Tire inflation pressureCheck the tire pressures (including the
spare) often and always prior to long
distance trips. The recommended tire
pressure specifications are shown on the
FMVSS label and/or the Tire and Loading
Information label under the “Cold Tire
(Inflation) Pressure” heading. The Tire
and Loading Information label is affixed to
the driver side center pillar. Tire pres-
sures should be checked regularly be-
cause:

Most tires naturally lose air over time.

Tires can lose air suddenly when
driven over potholes or other objects
or if the vehicle strikes a curbwhile
parking.
The tire pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold. The tires are
considered COLD after the vehicle has
been parked for 3 or more hours, or
driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at mod-
erate speeds.Incorrect tire pressure, including un-
der inflation, may adversely affect
tire life and vehicle handling.
WARNING

Improperly inflated tires can fail
suddenly and cause an acci-
dent.

The Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing is located on the FMVSS
label. The vehicle weight capac-
ity is indicated on the Tire and
Loading Information label. Do
not load your vehicle beyond
this capacity. Overloading your
vehicle may result in reduced
tire life, unsafe operating con-
ditions due to premature tire
failure, or unfavorable handling
characteristics and could also
lead to a serious accident.
Loading beyond the specified
capacity may also result in fail-ure of other vehicle compo-
nents.

Before taking a long trip, or
whenever you heavily load your
vehicle, use a tire pressure
gauge to ensure that the tire
pressures are at the specified
level.

Do not drive your vehicle over
85 MPH (137 km/h) unless it is
equipped with high speed rated
tires. Driving faster than 85
MPH (137 km/h) may result in
tire failure, loss of control and
possible injury.

For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
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Tire and loading information label1
Seating capacity: The maximum
number of occupants that can be
seated in the vehicle.
2
Vehicle load limit: See loading infor-
mation in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” section.
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1. Wear indicator
2. Location markTire wear and damage
WARNING

Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking,
bulging or objects caught in the
tread. If excessive wear, cracks,
bulging or deep cuts are found,the tire(s) should be replaced.

The original tires have built-in
tread wear indicators. When the
wear indicators are visible, the
tire(s) should be replaced.

Improper service of the spare
tire may result in serious per-
sonal injury. If it is necessary to
repair the spare tire, contact a
NISSAN dealer.

For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tiresWhen replacing a tire, use the same size, tread
design, speed rating and load carrying capacity
as originally equipped. Recommended types and
sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual.
WARNING

The use of tires other than those
recommended or the mixed use of
tires of different brands, construction
(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, ground clearance,
body-to-tire clearance, tire chain
clearance, speedometer calibration,
headlight aim and bumper height.
Some of these effects may lead to
accidents and could result in serious
personal injury.

If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics and/or interference with the
brake discs/drums. Such interfer-
ence can lead to decreased braking
efficiency and/or early brake
pad/shoe wear. Refer to “Wheels and
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9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................ 9-2
Fuel recommendation ...................................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation.................... 9-5
Recommended SAE viscosity number ....................... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ............................................................. 9-6
Specifications.......................................................................... 9-8
Engine ................................................................................. 9-8
Wheels and tires .............................................................. 9-9
Dimensions and weights ................................................ 9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country.................................................................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification ........................................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ................ 9-10
Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) ... 9-10
Engine serial number .................................................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ....................................... 9-11
Emission control information label ............................ 9-11
Tire and loading information label ............................. 9-12
Air conditioner specification label ............................. 9-12Installing front license plate .............................................. 9-13
Vehicle loading information ............................................... 9-14
Terms ................................................................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity.................................................... 9-14
Loading tips .................................................................... 9-16
Payload weight capacity .............................................. 9-17
Measurement of weights ............................................. 9-17
Towing a trailer .................................................................... 9-18
Maximum load limits ...................................................... 9-18
Towing load/specification chart ................................. 9-20
Towing safety.................................................................. 9-20
Flat towing ....................................................................... 9-23
Uniform tire quality grading............................................... 9-24
Emission control system warranty ................................... 9-25
Reporting safety defects (US only) ................................ 9-25
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ................................................................................ 9-26
Event data recorders ......................................................... 9-27
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information ... 9-27
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WARNING

It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside a
vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or
killed.

Do not allow people to ride in
any area of your vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and
seat belts.

Be sure everyone in your ve-
hicle is in a seat and using a
seat belt properly.TERMSIt is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:

CurbWeight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weightdoes notin-
clude passengers and cargo.

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) - maximum total combined weight
of the unloaded vehicle, passengers,
luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and
any other optional equipment. This in-
formation is located on the F.M.V.S.S.
label.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion is located on the F.M.V.S.S. label.

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating) - maximum total weight rating
of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and
trailer.

Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,
Total load capacity - maximum totalweight limit specified of the load (pas-
sengers and cargo) for the vehicle.
This is the maximum combined weight
of occupants and cargo that can be
loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is
used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue
weight must be included as part of the
cargo load. This information is located
on the Tire and Loading Information
label.

Cargo capacity - permissible weight of
cargo, the subtracted weight of occu-
pants from the load limit.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITYDo not exceed the load limit of your
vehicle shown as “The combined weight
of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and
Loading Information label. Do not exceed
the number of occupants shown as
“Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load-
ing Information label.
To get “the combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo”, add the weight of all
occupants, then add the total luggage
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Steps for determining correct load
limit1. Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on
your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the avail-
able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the XXX
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb. passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) or
(640 − 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.)
5. Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity calculated in Step
4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load from your trailer will be trans-
ferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this reduces
the available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your
vehicle. See “Measurement of Weights”
later in this section.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label.
LOADING TIPSThere are tie down hooks located in the
cargo area. The tie down hooks can be
used to secure cargo with ropes or other
types of straps.

The GVW must not exceed GVWR or
GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S.
certification label.

Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.
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WARNING

Properly secure all cargo with
ropes or straps to help prevent
it from sliding or shifting. Do
not place cargo higher than the
seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
collision, unsecured cargo
could cause personal injury.

Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum front and rear
GAWRs. If you do, parts of your
vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change
the way your vehicle handles.
This could result in loss of con-
trol and cause personal injury.

Overloading not only can
shorten the life of your vehicle
and the tire, but can also cause
unsafe vehicle handling and
longer braking distances. Thismay cause a premature tire fail-
ure which could result in a seri-
ous accident and personal in-
jury. Failures caused by
overloading are not covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.
PAYLOAD WEIGHT CAPACITYThe payload weight capacity is the maxi-
mum total weight of passengers, optional
equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch,
etc.) and cargo that your vehicle is de-
signed to carry.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your
vehicle. See “Vehicle loading informa-
tion” earlier in this section for details.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the tire and loading informa-
tion label affixed to the driver’s door
center pillar.
Payload Weight Capacity Unit: lb(kg)
VQ35DE
2WD AWD
US1,050
(475)1,055
(480)
Canada1,070
(485)1,070
(485)MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSSecure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of
your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded,
drive to a scale and weigh the front and
the rear wheels separately to determine
axle loads. Individual axle loads should
not exceed either of the gross axle weight
ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle
loads should not exceed the gross ve-
hicle weight rating (GVWR). These rat-
ings are given on the vehicle certification
label. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move or remove items to bring all weights
below the ratings.Technical and consumer information
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