tow NISSAN TITAN 2017 2.G Repair Manual

Non-XD crew cab models
ModelsUnits: in (mm)
Overall Length: S, SV, SL and Platinum228.1 (5,794.2)
Pro-4X 228.5 (5,804.1)
Overall width:
Tow mirrors extended 102.6 (2607.19)
Without overfenders S, SV and SL79.5 (2,020)
With overfenders Pro-4X and Platinum80.7 (2,049.6)
Overall height: 2WD S/SV75.4 (1,915.1)
4WD S/SV 76.0 (1,929.7)
2WD SL/Platinum 75.6 (1,920.4)
4WD Pro-4X 77.2 (1,960.3)
4WD SL/Platinum 77.2 (1,959.7)
Front Track: S and SV67.9 (1,725)
SL, Pro-4X and Platinum 68.1 (1,729)
Rear Track: S and SV67.9 (1,725)
SL, Pro-4X and Platinum 68.1 (1,729)
Wheelbase: 139.8 (3,550)
Gross vehicle weight rating: Refer to the “F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label” on the
center pillar between the driver’s side front and rear doors.
Gross axle weight rating:
Front:
Rear:
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XD crew cab models
ModelsUnits: in (mm)
Overall Length:
Without front license plate bracket S, SV, SL and Platinum242.7 (6,165.7)
Without front license plate bracket Pro-4X243.6 (6,187.1)
With front license plate bracket S, SV, SL and Platinum243.0 (6,172.6)
With front license plate bracket Pro-4X243.9 (6,194.6)
Overall width:
Tow mirrors non-extended 98.2 (2,494)
Tow mirrors extended 103.9 (2,640)
Without overfenders S, SV and SL79.5 (2,019.9)
With overfenders Pro-4X and Platinum80.7 (2,048.9)
Overall height: 2WD/4WD S/SV78.0 (1980)
4WD Pro-4X 78.3 (1,990)
2WD/4WD SL/Platinum 78.7 (2,000)
Front Track: S68.4 (1,738)
SV, SL, Pro-4X and Platinum 68.6 (1,743)
Rear Track: S68.3 (1,737)
SV, SL, Pro-4X and Platinum 68.6 (1,742)
Wheelbase: 151.6 (3,850)
Gross vehicle weight rating: Refer to the “F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label” on the
center pillar between the driver’s side front and rear doors.
Gross axle weight rating:
Front:
Rear:
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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 seri-
ously 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 vehicle
is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:
● Curb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-
ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weight does 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, pas-
sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other optional
equipment. This information is lo-
cated on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification 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./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
rating) - The maximum total weight
rating of the vehicle, passengers,
cargo, and trailer. ●
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,
Total load capacity - maximum total
weight limit specified of the load
(passengers and cargo) for the ve-
hicle. 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 in-
cluded 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
occupants from the load limit.
VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION
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Steps for determining correct load
limit
1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX
kg” on your vehicle’s Tire and Load-
ing Information label.
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 lbs
or XXX kg.
4. The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the
XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers
in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capac-
ity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5 X 150)
= 650 lbs) or (640-340 (5 X 70) =
300 kg.) 5. Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage 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 re-
duces the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity of your vehicle.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the GVWR or the
GAWR for your vehicle. For additional
information, refer to “Measurement of
weights” in this section.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. For additional information, refer to
the “Tire and Loading Information label” in
the “Do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
SECURING THE LOAD
For your convenience, tie down hooks are placed
at each corner of the truck box. These may be
used to help secure cargo loaded into the truck
box.
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 col-
lision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
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WARNING
Overloading or improper loading of a
trailer and its cargo can adversely affect
vehicle handling, braking and perfor-
mance and may lead to accidents.
CAUTION
●Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load
for the first 500 miles (805 km) . Your
engine, axle or other parts could be
damaged.
● For the first 500 miles (805 km) that you
tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 mph
(80 km/h) and do not make starts at full
throttle. This helps the engine and other
parts of your vehicle wear in at the
heavier load.
Your new vehicle was designed to be used pri-
marily to carry passengers and cargo. Remember
that towing a trailer places additional loads on
your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steering, brak-
ing and other systems.
A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available
on the website at www.nissanusa.com. This
guide includes information on trailer towing ca-
pability and the special equipment required for
proper towing.
MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS
Maximum trailer loads
Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the
value specified in the “Towing
Load/Specification” chart found in this section.
The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its
cargo weight. ● When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs.
(1,587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake
system MUST be used.
The maximum GCWR should not exceed the
value specified in the following “Towing
Load/Specification” chart. The GCWR equals the combined weight of the
towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo)
plus the total trailer load. Towing loads greater
than these or using improper towing equipment
could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking
and performance.
The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not
only related to the maximum trailer loads, but also
the places you plan to tow. Tow weights appro-
priate for level highway driving may have to be
reduced for low traction situations (for example,
on slippery boat ramps) .
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TOWING A TRAILER
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Temperature conditions can also affect towing.
For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outside
temperatures on graded roads can affect engine
performance and cause overheating. The engine
protection mode, which helps reduce the chance
of engine damage, could activate and automati-
cally decrease engine power. Vehicle speed may
decrease under high load. Plan your trip carefully
to account for trailer and vehicle load, weather
and road conditions.
WARNING
Overheating can result in reduced engine
power and vehicle speed. The reduced
speed may be lower than other traffic,
which could increase the chance of a col-
lision. Be especially careful when driving.
If the vehicle cannot maintain a safe driv-
ing speed, pull to the side of the road in a
safe area. Allow the engine to cool and
return to normal operation. For additional
information, refer to “If your vehicle over-
heats” in the “In case of emergency” sec-
tion of this manual.
CAUTION
Vehicle damage resulting from improper
towing procedures is not covered by
NISSAN warranties.
Tongue load
When using a weight carrying or a weight distrib-
uting hitch, keep the tongue load between 10 -
15% of the total trailer load or use the trailer
tongue load specified by the trailer manufacturer.
The tongue load must be within the maximum
tongue load limits shown in the following “Towing
Load/Specification” chart. If the tongue load be-
comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for
proper tongue load.
King pin load
When using a 5th wheel hitch, keep the tongue
load between 15 - 25% of the total trailer load
within the maximum king pin load limits shown in
the following “Towing Load/Specification” chart.
If the king pin load becomes excessive, rearrange
cargo to allow for proper king pin load.
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Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW)/maximum Gross Axle Weight
(GAW)
The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label. The GVW equals the combined weight of
the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage,
hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional
equipment. In addition, front or rear GAW must
not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label.Towing with Weight Distributing Class 4
Hitch
The Class 4 towing capacities shown in the
towing load specification charts are calculated
per the SAE J2807 standards. Additional pas-
sengers, cargo and/or optional equipment, such
as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the vehicle
and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing ca-
pacity and trailer tongue load.
The vehicle and trailer need to be weighed to
confirm the vehicle is within the GVWR, Front
GAWR, Rear GAWR, Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) and Towing capacity.
All vehicle and trailer weights can be measured
using platform type scales commonly found at
truck stops, highway weigh stations, building
supply centers or salvage yards.
Towing with Gooseneck Hitch
The gooseneck towing capacities are calculated
assuming a base vehicle with driver and any
options required to achieve the rating. Additional
passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment,
such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the
vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum tow-
ing capacity and trailer tongue load.
The vehicle and trailer need to be weighed to
confirm the vehicle is within the GVWR, FrontGAWR, Rear GAWR, Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) and Towing capacity.
All vehicle and trailer weights can be measured
using platform type scales commonly found at
truck stops, highway weigh stations, building
supply centers or salvage yards.
To determine the available payload capacity for
tongue/king pin load, use the following proce-
dure.
1. Locate the GVWR on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
2. Weigh your vehicle on the scale with all of the passengers and cargo that are normally
in the vehicle when towing a trailer.
3. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GVWR. The remaining amount is the avail-
able maximum tongue/king pin load.
To determine the available towing capacity, use
the following procedure. 1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the Towing Load/Specification chart found in
this section.
2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GCWR. The remaining amount is the avail-
able maximum towing capacity.
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To determine the Gross Trailer Weight, weigh
your trailer on a scale with all equipment and
cargo, that are normally in the trailer when it is
towed. Make sure the Gross trailer weight is not
more than the Gross Trailer Weight Rating shown
on the trailer and is not more than the calculated
available maximum towing capacity.
Also weigh the front and rear axles on the scale to
make sure the Front Gross Axle Weight and Rear
Gross Axle Weight are not more than Front
Gross Axle Weight and Rear Gross Axle Weight
on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
The cargo in the trailer and vehicle may need to
be moved or removed to meet the specified rat-
ings.
Example:● Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as weighed
on a scale - including passengers, cargo and
hitch - 7,804 lb. (3,540 kg).
● Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) from
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label -
7,804 lb. (3,540 kg).
● Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
from “Towing Load/Specification chart -
19,450 lb. (8,822 kg). ●
Maximum Trailer towing capacity from “Tow-
ing Load/Specification chart - 9,200 lb.
(4,173 kg).
8,990 lb. (4,078 kg) GVWR
– 7,804 lb. (3,540 kg) GVW
= 1,186 lb. (538 kg) Available for tongue/king pin weight
19,450 lb. (8,822 kg) GCWR
– 7,804 lb. (3,540 kg) GVW
= 11,644 lb. (5,282 kg) Capacity available for tow- ing
1,186 lb. (538 kg) Available tongue weight
/ 11,644 lb. (5,282 kg) Available capacity
= 10 % tongue weight
The available towing capacity may be less than
the maximum towing capacity due to the passen-
ger and cargo load in the vehicle.
Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be-
tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or within the
trailer tongue weight specification recommended
by the trailer manufacturer. If the tongue weight
becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to ob-
tain the proper tongue weight. Do not exceed the
maximum tongue weight specification shown in
the “Towing load/specification” chart even if the
calculated available tongue weight is greater
than 15%. If the calculated tongue weight is less than 10%, shift the trailer load forward until the
trailer tongue weight reaches 10% of the trailer
weight.
Always verify that available capacities are within
the required ratings.
TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION
WARNING
The towing capacities provided in this
manual are for general reference only. The
safe towing capacity of your truck is af-
fected by dealer and factory installed op-
tions and passenger and cargo loads. You
must weigh the vehicle and trailer as de-
scribed in this manual to determine the
actual vehicle towing capacity. Do not ex-
ceed the published maximum towing ca-
pacity or the GCWR or the GVWR shown
on the FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so
can result in an accident causing serious
personal injury or property damage.
NOTE:
The SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4
Hitch specifications are based on S and SV
grade models . The Gooseneck Hitch speci-
fications are based on SV grade models.
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Non-XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,910 lb (866.4 kg) 1,930 lb (875.4 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,730 lb (4,413.5 kg)9,550 lb (4,331.8 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 973 lb (441.3 kg)955 lb (433.2 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lb (6,940 kg)15,300 lb (6,940 kg)
Non-XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,590 lb (721.2 kg) 1,610 lb (730.3 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,270 lb (4,204.8 kg)9,230 lb (4,186.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 927 lb (420.5 kg)923 lb (418.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lb (6,940 kg)15,300 lb (6,940 kg)
XD models — Single cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,420 lb (1,097.7 kg) 2,330 lb (1,056.9 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,640 lb (5,733.4 kg)12,360 lb (5,606.4 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,264 lb (573.3 kg)1,236 lb (560.6 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
XD models — Crew cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,080 lb (943.5 kg) 2000 lb (907.2 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,310 lb (5,583.7 kg)12,030 lb (5,456.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,231 lb (558.4 kg)1,203 lb (545.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
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XD models — Single Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,260 lb (1,025.1 kg) 2,170 lb (984.3 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,760 lb (5,787.8 kg)12,480 lb (5,660.8 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,914 lb (868.2 kg)1,872 lb (849.1 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
XD models — Crew Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,930 lb (875.4 kg) 1,840 lb (834.6 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,900 lb (5,397.7 kg)11,330 lb (5,139.2 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,785 lb (809.7 kg)1,700 lb (770.9 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,910 lb (1,320 kg)2,850 lb (1,292.7 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,590 lb (5,257.1 kg)11,330 lb (5,139.2 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,159 lb (525.7 kg)1,133 lb (513.9 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lb (8,029 kg)17,700 lb (8,029 kg)
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