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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION
Towing load specification chart with tow package — short wheel base
2WD4WD
KC CC KC CC
XE SE LE XE SE LE XE/SE OR LE XE SE LE
Towing
Capacity *1, *2, *39,500 lb.
(4309 kg)9,500 lb.
(4309 kg)9,200 lb.
(4173 kg)9,400 lb.
(4264 kg)9,400 lb.
(4264 kg)9,100 lb.
(4128 kg)9,400 lb.
(4264 kg)9,300 lb.
(4218 kg)9,200 lb.
(4173 kg)9,200 lb.
(4173 kg)9,100 lb.
(4128 kg)8,900 lb.
(4037 kg)
Tongue load *2, *3 950 lb.
(430 kg)950 lb.
(430 kg)920 lb.
(417 kg)940 lb.
(426 kg)940 lb.
(426 kg)910 lb.
(413 kg)940 lb.
(426 kg)930 lb.
(421 kg)920 lb.
(417 kg)920 lb.
(417 kg)910 lb.
(413 kg)890 lb.
(404 kg)
King pin load 1,425 lb.
(737 kg)1,425 lb.
(737 kg)1,380 lb.
(625 kg)1,410 lb.
(639 kg)1,410 lb.
(639 kg)1,365 lb.
(620 kg)1,410 lb.
(639 kg)1,395 lb
(632 kg)1,380 lb.
(625 kg)1,380 lb.
(625 kg)1,365 lb.
(620 kg)1,335 lb.
(605 kg)
Gross Combined
Weight Rating15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)
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Towing load specification chart with tow package — long wheel base
2WD4WD
KC CC KC CC
XE SE LE XE SE LE XE SE LE XE/SE OR LE
Towing
Capacity *1, *2, *39,400 lb.
(4264 kg)9,400 lb.
(4264 kg)9,100 lb.
(4128 kg)9,299 lb.
(4218 kg)9,299 lb.
(4218 kg)9,100 lb.
(4128 kg)9,200 lb.
(4173 kg)9,100 lb.
(4128 kg)8,900 lb.
(4037 kg)9,100 lb.
(4128 kg)8,999 lb.
(4082 kg)8,900 lb.
(4037 kg)
Tongue load *2, *3 940 lb.
(426 kg)940 lb.
(426 kg)910 lb.
(413 kg)930 lb.
(422 kg)930 lb.
(422 kg)910 lb.
(413 kg)920 lb.
(417 kg)910 lb.
(413 kg)890 lb.
(404 kg)910 lb.
(413 kg)900 lb.
(408 kg)890 lb.
(404 kg)
King pin load 1,410 lb.
(639 kg)1,410 lb.
(639 kg)1,365 lb.
(620 kg)1,395 lb.
(633 kg)1,395 lb.
(633 kg)1,365 lb.
(620 kg)1,380 lb.
(625 kg)1,365 lb.
(620 kg)1,335 lb.
(605 kg)1,365 lb.
(620 kg)1,350 lb.
(612 kg)1,335 lb.
(605 kg)
Gross Combined
Weight Rating15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)15,100 lb.
(6849 kg)
Towing load specification chart without tow package — short wheel base
2WD4WD
KC CC KC CC
XE SE LE XE SE LE XE SE OR/LE XE SE LE
Towing
capacity*1, *2, *36,500 lb.
(2948 kg)7,400 lb.
(3357 kg)7,200 lb.
(3266 kg)6,500 lb.
(2948 kg)7,401 lb.
(3357 kg)7,101 lb.
(3221 kg)6,500 lb.
(2948 kg)7,400 lb.
(3357 kg)7,200 lb.
(3266 kg)6,500 lb.
(2948 kg)7,300 lb.
(3311 kg)7,000 lb.
(3175 kg)
Tongue load *2, *3 650 lb.
(295 kg)740 lb.
(336 kg)720 lb.
(327 kg)650 lb.
(295 kg)740 lb.
(336 kg)710 lb.
(322 kg)650 lb.
(295 kg)740 lb.
(336 kg)720 lb.
(327 kg)650 lb.
(295 kg)720 lb.
(331 kg)700 lb.
(318 kg)
King pin load 975 lb.
(442 kg)1,110 lb.
(503 kg)1,080 lb.
(489 kg)975 lb.
(442 kg)1,110 lb.
(504 kg)1,065 lb.
(483 kg)975 lb.
(442 kg)1,110 lb.
(503 kg)1,080 lb.
(489 kg)975 lb.
(442 kg)1,095 lb.
(497 kg)1,050 lb.
(476 kg)
Gross Combined
Weight Rating12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)
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Towing load specification chart without tow package — long wheel base
2WD4WD
KC CC KC CC
XE SE LE XE SE LE XE SE LE XE SE/OR LE
Towing
capacity*1, *2, *36,499 lb.
(2948 kg)7,101 lb.
(3221 kg)7,000 lb.
(3175 kg)6,499 lb.
(2948 kg)7,101 lb.
(3221 kg)6,799 lb.
(3084 kg)6,499 lb.
(2948 kg)7,101 lb.
(3221 kg)6,900 lb.
(3130 kg)6,499 lb.
(2948 kg)7,000 lb.
(3175 kg)6,700 lb.
(3039 kg)
Tongue load *2, *3 650 lb.
(295 kg)710 lb.
(322 kg)700 lb.
(318 kg)650 lb.
(295 kg)710 lb.
(321 kg)680 lb.
(308 kg)650 lb.
(295 kg)710 lb.
(322 kg)690 lb.
(312 kg)650 lb.
(295 kg)700 lb.
(318 kg)670 lb.
(304 kg)
King pin load 975 lb.
(442 kg)1,065 lb.
(483 kg)1,050 lb.
(476 kg)975 lb.
(442 kg)1,065 lb.
(482 kg)1,020 lb.
(463 kg)975 lb.
(442 kg)1,065 lb.
(483 kg)1,035 lb.
(470 kg)975 lb.
(442 kg)1,050 lb.
(476 kg)1,005 lb.
(456 kg)
Gross Combined
Weight Rating12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)12,800 lb.
(5806 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)13,000 lb.
(5897 kg)
*1: The towing capacity values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers,
cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity.
*2: Requires weight distribution hitch.
*3: The maximum towing capacity when using the genuine NISSAN step bumper as a ball mount is 5,000 lb. (2268 kg) and 500 lb. (227 kg) tongue load.
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TOWING SAFETY
Trailer hitch
Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional
trailer tow package. The trailer tow package in-
cludes a receiver-type frame mounted hitch. This
hitch is rated for the maximum towing capacity of
this vehicle when the proper towing equipment is
used. Choose a proper ball mount and hitch ball
that is rated for the trailer to be towed. Genuine
Nissan ball mounts and hitch balls are available
from your NISSAN dealer.
If your vehicle is not equipped with the optional
trailer tow package, check the towing capacity of
your bumper hitch or receiver-type frame
mounted hitch. Choose a proper hitch for your
vehicle and trailer. A genuine Nissan trailer hitch
is available from your NISSAN dealer. Make sure
the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle
to help avoid personal injury or property damage
due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road
surfaces or passing trucks.
A hitch used for towing 5th wheel and gooseneck
trailers can also be installed on your vehicle.
Contact a professional supplier of towing equip-
ment to purchase and have a 5th wheel or goose-
neck hitch installed.
WARNING
Trailer hitch components have specific
weight ratings. Your vehicle may be ca-
pable of towing a trailer heavier than the
weight rating of the hitch components.
Never exceed the weight rating of the
hitch components. Doing so can cause
serious personal injury or property
damage.
Hitch ball
Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight
rating for your trailer:
cThe required hitch ball size is stamped on
most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also
have the size printed on the top of the ball.
cChoose the proper class hitch ball based on
the trailer weight.
cThe diameter of the threaded shank of the
hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount
hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should
be no more than 1/16” smaller than the hole
in the ball mount.
cThe threaded shank of the hitch ball must be
long enough to be properly secured to the
ball mount. There should be at least 2
threads showing beyond the lock washer
and nut.
Ball mount
The hitch ball is attached to the ball mount and
the ball mount is inserted into the hitch receiver.
Choose a proper class ball mount based on the
trailer weight. Additionally, the ball mount should
be chosen to keep the trailer tongue level with the
ground.
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Bumper towing
The genuine NISSAN step bumper has provi-
sions to install a trailer hitch ball and is designed
to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 5,000 lb
(2,268 kg) .
To install a trailer hitch ball cut out the circle in the
center of the step bumper
sA, then remove it to
install the trailer hitch ball.
Weight carrying hitches
A weight carrying or9dead weight9ball mount is
one that is designed to carry the whole amount of
tongue weight and gross weight directly on the
ball mount and on the receiver.
Weight distribution hitch
This type of hitch is also called a “load-leveling” or
“equalizing” hitch. A set of bars attach to the ball
mount and to the trailer to distribute the tongue
weight (hitch weight) of your trailer. Many ve-
hicles can’t carry the full tongue weight of a given
trailer, and need some of the tongue weight
transferred through the frame and pushing down
on the front wheels. This gives stability to the tow
vehicle.
Another reason to have a weight distributing ball
mount is to comply with the rating on your re-
ceiver. Most receivers have a weight carrying
rating of 5,000 lbs. gross weight, 500 lbs. tongue
weight and a weight distribution rating of 10,000
lbs. gross weight, 1,000 lbs. tongue weight. This
means that without using a weight distributing
ballmount, the receiver is only designed to carry
5,000 lbs.
When hooking up a trailer using a weight distrib-
uting hitch, always refer to the hitch manufactur-
er’s instructions.
1. Park unloaded vehicle on a level surface.
With the ignition on and the doors closed,
allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes
so that it can level.2. Measure the height of a reference point on
the front and rear bumpers at the center of
the vehicle.
3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust
the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper
height is within0-.5inches (0 – 13 mm) of
the reference height measured in step 2. The
rear bumper should be no higher than the
reference height measured in step 2.
WARNING
Properly adjust the weight distributing
hitch so the rear of the bumper is no
higher than the measured reference
height when the trailer is attached. If the
rear bumper is higher than the measured
reference height when loaded, the vehicle
may handle unpredictably which could
cause a loss of vehicle control and cause
serious personal injury or property
damage.
Sway control device
Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting
caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han-
dling. Sway control devices may be used to help
control these affects. If you choose to use one,
contact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to make
sure the sway control device will work with the
vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer’s brake sys-
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tem. Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer for installing and using the sway
control device.
Class I hitch
Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (909 kg) .
Class II hitch
Class II trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb (1,510 kg) .
Class III hitch
Class III trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 5,000 lb (2,272 kg) .
The genuine NISSAN step bumper is considered
a Class III ball mount.
Class IV hitch
Class IV trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 10,000 lb (4,545 kg) . A
weight distributing hitch should be used to tow
trailers that weigh over 5,000 lb (2,272 kg) .
Your vehicle may be equipped with Class IV
trailer hitch equipment that has a 10,000 lb(4,545 kg) maximum weight rating, but your ve-
hicle is only capable of towing the maximum
trailer weights shown in the “Towing
Load/Specification” chart earlier in this section.
5th wheel/gooseneck
A 5th wheel or gooseneck trailer can be towed by
installing a 5th wheel or gooseneck trailer hitch.
These types of hitches are mounted in the bed of
the pick-up. A professional trailer equipment sup-
plier should install these hitches as it is very
important to mount the hitch correctly to distrib-
ute the king pin weight for the proper load carry-
ing and sway control performance.
The king pin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of
the fully loaded trailer. Make sure the king pin
weight does not cause the gross vehicle weight
to exceed the Gross Maximum Weight Rating or
the rear axle weight to exceed the Rear Gross
Axle Weight rating, see “Maximum load limits”
earlier in this section.
The weight of the trailer should not exceed the
maximum towing capacity for the vehicle, see
“Towing Load/Specification” chart earlier in this
section.
Make sure the trailer design allows for the correct
vehicle to trailer clearances before purchasing a
5th wheel trailer.
CAUTION
cSpecial hitches which include frame re-
inforcements are required for towing
above 2,000 lb (907 kg) . Suitable genu-
ine NISSAN hitches, ball mounts and
hitch balls for pickup trucks and sport
utility vehicles are available at a
NISSAN dealer.
cThe hitch should not be attached to or
affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.
cDo not use axle-mounted hitches.
cDo not modify the vehicle exhaust sys-
tem, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
cTo reduce the possibility of additional
damage if your vehicle is struck from
the rear, where practical, remove the
receiver when not in use.
cRegularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely mounted.
cWhen towing with the hitch ball
mounted to the rear bumper, do not
make sharp turns. The trailer may con-
tact the bumper and cause damage to
the bumper or trailer.
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cDo not use cruise control while towing a
trailer.
cSome states or provinces have specific
regulations and speed limits for vehicles that
are towing trailers. Obey the local speed
limits.
cCheck your hitch, trailer wiring harness con-
nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50
miles (80 km) of travel and at every break.
cWhen stopped in traffic for long periods of
time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P
(Park) position.
cWhen launching a boat, don’t allow the wa-
ter level to go over the exhaust tail pipe or
rear bumper.
cMake sure you disconnect the trailer lights
before backing the trailer into the water or
the trailer lights may burn out.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
earlier in this manual.Tow mode
Tow mode should be used when pulling a heavy
trailer or hauling a heavy load. Press the tow
button to activate the tow mode. The tow indica-
tor in the instrument panel illuminates when the
tow mode is selected. Press the Tow button
again to turn the tow mode OFF. The Tow mode is
automatically cancelled when the key is turned
OFF.
The Tow mode does the following:
cReduces transmissions shifts when pulling a
trailer or hauling a load.
cProvides similar shift feel to driver when the
vehicle is towing.
The Tow mode should be used when the vehicle
and trailer weight is at least 75% of the vehicle’s
GCWR. Tow mode is most useful in the following
driving conditions when towing a heavy trailer or
hauling a heavy load:
cRolling terrain.
cStop and go traffic.
cBusy parking lots.Driving the vehicle in the Tow mode with no
trailer/load or light trailer/light load will not cause
any damage. However, fuel economy may be
reduced and the transmission/engine driving
characteristics may feel unusual.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
earlier in this manual.
FLAT TOWING
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.
CAUTION
cFailure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission damage.
cWhenever flat towing your vehicle, al-
ways tow forward, never backward.
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Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
CD care and cleaning.............4-57
CD changer (See audio system)........4-55
CD player (See audio system).........4-46
Child restraint with top tether strap......1-27
Child restraints.......1-15, 1-16, 1-23, 1-25
Precautions on child
restraints............1-23, 1-32, 1-41
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-27
Child safety rear door lock............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-20
Cigarette lighter.................2-41
Cleaning exterior and interior..........7-2
Clock...................4-45, 4-52
(models with navigation system)......4-11
Clock set....................4-11
C.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-11
Cold weather driving..............5-33
Compact disc (CD) player...........4-46
Compass display.................2-9
Control panel buttons..............4-2
Brightness/contrast button.........4-12
Back button..................4-3
Enter button..................4-2
Setting button................4-7
Startup screen................4-3
Trip button..................4-3
Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel)......4-58
Heater and air conditioner
controls.........4-13, 4-21, 4-28, 4-35
Rear audio controls.............4-60
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-8Checking engine coolant level........8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Corrosion protection...............7-5
Cruise control..................5-18
Cup holders...................2-46
Curtain side-impact and rollover air bag . . .1-58
D
Daytime running light system
(Canada only)..................2-33
Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch....................2-30
Digital video disc DVD.............4-61
Dimensions and weights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel......2-34
Display controls
(see control panel buttons)...........4-2
Distance to empty................4-4
Door locks....................3-3
Drive belt....................8-15
Drive positioner, Automatic...........3-21
Driving
Cold weather driving............5-33
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-12
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel.................5-20
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system......................5-26Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch..................2-37
Emission control information label.......9-11
Emission control system warranty.......9-42
Engine
Before starting the engine.........5-10
Block heater.................5-34
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-8
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine coolant level........8-7
Checking engine oil level..........8-8
Engine compartment check locations. . . .8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Engine cooling system............8-7
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity..............9-7
Engine serial number............9-11
Engine specifications.............9-8
Starting the engine.............5-10
Engine oil pressure gauge............2-7
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.........2-15
English/metric setting..............4-10
Enter button....................4-2
Event data recorders..............9-44
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)........5-2
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch)......2-35
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Transceiver
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.....2-57
Transmission
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-12
Selector lever lock release.........5-16
Travel (See registering your vehicle in another
country).....................9-10
Trip button....................4-3
Trip odometer...................2-5
Truck - camper loading.............9-23
Turn signal switch................2-34
U
Uniform tire quality grading...........9-41
V
Vanity mirror...................3-14
Vehicle dimensions and weights........9-9
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch. . .2-37
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system. . . .5-31
Vehicle electronic system............4-9
Vehicle identification..............9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number)................9-10Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . .9-10
Vehicle loading information...........9-13
Vehicle recovery.................6-14
Vehicle security system.............2-27
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle
immobilizer system) , engine start . .2-28, 3-2, 5-9
Ventilators....................4-13
Visors......................3-13
Voltmeter.....................2-8
W
Warning
4WD warning light.............2-15
Air bag warning light.........1-61, 2-17
Anti-lock brake warning light. . . .2-13, 2-14
Battery charge warning light........2-15
Brake warning light.............2-14
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.......2-15
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-35
Low fuel warning light. . . .2-16, 2-17, 2-26
Low tire pressure warning light......2-16
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-26
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-55
Seat belt warning light...........2-17Vehicle security system...........2-27
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-61
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-13
Warning lights..................2-13
Washer switch
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-29
Weights (See dimensions and weights). . . .9-9
Wheels and tires................8-31
Wheel/tire size..................9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country.................9-10
Window washer fluid..............8-12
Windows
Locking passengers’ windows.......2-50
Manual windows..............2-52
Power rear windows............2-51
Power windows...............2-50
Rear power windows............2-51
Rear sliding window............2-52
Windshield wiper and washer switch.....2-29
Wiper
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-29
Wiper blades................8-18
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