towing NISSAN TITAN 2019 Owner´s Manual

10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities...................................... 10-2
Fuel recommendation ....................... 10-5
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations (for gas engine only) .....10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .......................10-8
Specifications ................................. 10-10
Engine ..................................... 10-10
Wheels and tires ............................. 10-11
Dimensions and weights ...................10-12
When traveling or registering in another
country ........................................ 10-18
Vehicle identification .......................... 10-18
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate ....................................... 10-18
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ........................... 10-18
Engine serial number ....................... 10-19
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........10-20
Emission control information label .........10-20
Tire and Loading Information label .........10-21
Air conditioner specification label ...........10-21
Installing front license plate ....................10-22Vehicle loading information
...................10-23
Terms ...................................... 10-23
Vehicle load capacity ....................... 10-24
Securing the load ........................... 10-26
Utili-track® channel system
(if so equipped) ............................. 10-27
Loading tips ................................ 10-35
Truck-camper loading information ............10-36
Crew cab models ........................... 10-36
King Cab® models .......................... 10-36
Special Body vehicles ....................... 10-36
Location for center of gravity ...............10-36
Vehicle load weight capacity ...............10-37
Measurement of weights ...................10-37
Towing a trailer ................................ 10-38
Maximum load limits ....................... 10-38
T

owing load/specification ..................10-42
Towing safety .............................. 10-47
Flat towing for 2-Wheel Drive (2WD)
vehicle (if so equipped) .....................10-63
Flat towing for 4-Wheel Drive (4WD)
vehicle (if so equipped) .....................10-63
Snowplow .................................... 10-63
Uniform tire quality grading ....................10-64

Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or
its equivalent for the reason described in
“Change intervals.”
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of thespecified quality oils and filters. Using en-
gine oil and filters that are not of the speci-
fied quality, or exceeding recommended oil
and filter change intervals could reduce
engine life. Damage to the engine caused
by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Your engine was filled with a high-quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filter
change intervals depend upon how you
use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions
may require more frequent oil and filter
changes:
∙ repeated short distance driving at cold outside temperatures
∙ driving in dusty conditions
∙ extensive idling
∙ towing a trailer
∙ stop and go commuting
For additional information, refer to the
“Maintenance and schedules” section of
this manual.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) and
NISSAN A/C system oil Type PAG or the
exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil
may cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and may require
the replacement of all air conditioner
system components.
The refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) in
your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the
earth’s ozone layer. Although this refriger-
ant does not affect the earth’s atmo-
sphere, certain government regulations re-
quire the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air condi-
tioner system service. Air conditioner sys-
tem should only be service by trained and
certified technicians to ensure proper and
safe operation (SAE J2845). A NISSAN dealer
has the trained technicians and equip-
ment needed to recover and recycle your
air conditioner system refrigerant.
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5. Determine the combined weightof 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 transferred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to deter-
mine how this reduces the avail-
able cargo and luggage load ca-
pacity of your vehicle.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm 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
pressures. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Tire and Loading Infor-
mation 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 shif ting. 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 control and 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 heavyload 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
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
Remember that towing a trailer places ad-
ditional loads on your vehicle’s engine,
drive train, steering, braking and other sys-
tems.
A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is avail-
able on the website at
www.nissanusa.com. This guide includes information on trailer towing capability 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 sec-
tion. 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. Tow-
ing loads greater than these or using im-
proper towing equipment could adversely
affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor-
mance.
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 appropriate 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 auto-
matically 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 en-
gine power and vehicle speed. The re-
duced speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the chance
of a collision. Be especially careful when
driving. If the vehicle cannot maintain a
safe driving 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 overheats” in the “In case of
emergency ” section of this manual.
CAUTION
Vehicle damage resulting from im-
proper towing procedures is not cov-
ered by NISSAN warranties.
Tongue load
When using a weight carrying or a weight
distributing hitch, keep the tongue load be-
tween 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
becomes excessive, rearrange cargo to al-
low for proper tongue load.
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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.
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 ex-
ceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certifica-
tion label.Towing with Weight Distributing Class 4
Hitch
The Class 4 towing capacities shown in the
towing load specification charts are calcu-
lated per the SAE J2807 standards. Addi-
tional passengers, cargo and/or optional
equipment, such as the trailer hitch, will
add weight to the vehicle and reduce your
vehicle’s maximum towing capacity 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 mea-
sured using platform type scales com-
monly found at truck stops, highway weigh
stations, building supply centers or salvage
yards.
Towing with Gooseneck Hitch
The gooseneck towing capacities are cal-
culated 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.
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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 mea-
sured using platform type scales com-
monly found at truck stops, highway weigh
stations, building supply centers or salvage
yards.
To determine the available payload capac-
ity for tongue/king pin load, use the follow-
ing procedure.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 available 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 available maximum towing ca-
pacity.
To determine the Gross Trailer Weight,
weigh your trailer on a scale with all equip-
ment 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 speci-
fied ratings.
Example: ∙ Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as weighed on a scale - including passengers, cargo
and hitch - 7,804 lbs. (3,540 kg).
∙ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) from F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
bel - 8,990 lbs. (4,078 kg). ∙ Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
from “Towing load/specification" chart -
19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg).
∙ Maximum Trailer towing capacity from “Towing load/specification" chart -
9,200 lbs. (4,173 kg).
8,990 lbs. (4,078 kg) GVWR
– 7,804 lbs. (3,540 kg) GVW
= 1,186 lbs. (538 kg) Available for tongue/ king pin weight
19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg) GCWR
– 7,804 lbs. (3,540 kg) GVW
= 11,644 lbs. (5,282 kg) Capacity available for towing
1,186 lbs. (538 kg) Available tongue weight
/ 11,644 lbs. (5,282 kg) Available capacity
= 10 % tongue weight
The available towing capacity may be less
than the maximum towing capacity due to
the passenger and cargo load in the ve-
hicle.
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Remember to keep trailer tongue weight
between 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or
within the trailer tongue weight specifica-
tion recommended by the trailer manufac-
turer. If the tongue weight becomes exces-
sive, rearrange the cargo to obtain 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%,
shif t the trailer load forward until the trailer
tongue weight reaches 10% of the trailer
weight.
Always verif y 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 vehicle
is affected by dealer and factory in-
stalled options and passenger and
cargo loads. You must weigh the vehicle
and trailer as described in this manual
to determine the actual vehicle towing
capacity. Do not exceed the published
maximum towing capacity or the GCWR
or the GVWR shown on the
FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so can re-
sult in an accident causing serious per-
sonal 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
specifications are based on SV grade
models.
Non-XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,860 lbs. (843.7 kg)1,940 lbs. (880.0 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,660 lbs. (4,381.7 kg)9,540 lbs. (4,327.3 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 966 lbs. (438.2 kg)954 lbs. (432.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)
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Non-XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,570 lbs. (712.1 kg)1,630 lbs. (739.4 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,380 lbs. (4,254.7 kg)9,240 lbs. (4,191.2 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 938 lbs. (425.5 kg)924 lbs. (419.1 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)
Non-XD models — King Cab® — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,640 lbs. (743.9 kg)1,640 lbs. (743.9 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,450 lbs. (4,286.4 kg)9,250 lbs. (4,195.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 945 lbs. (428.6 kg)925 lbs. (419.6 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)15,300 lbs. (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 2,490 lbs. (1,129.4 kg)2,400 lbs. (1,088.6 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,710 lbs. (5,765.2 kg)12,430 lbs. (5,638.2 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,271 lbs. (576.5 kg)1,243 lbs. (563.8 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (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 1,970 lbs. (893.6 kg)1920 lbs. (870.9 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,200 lbs. (5,533.8 kg)11,960 lbs. (5,425.0 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,220 lbs. (553.4 kg)1,196 lbs. (542.5 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)
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XD models — King Cab® — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,250 lbs. (1,020.6 kg) 2,080 lbs. (943.5 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,480 lbs. (5,660.8 kg)12,120 lbs. (5,497.5 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,248 lbs. (566.1 kg)1,212 lbs. (549.8 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)
XD models — Single Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,330 lbs. (1,056.9 kg) 2,250 lbs. (1020.6 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,830 lbs. (5,819.6 kg)12,550 lbs. (5,692.6 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,283 lbs. (582.0 kg)1,255 lbs. (569.3 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)
XD models — Crew Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,820 lbs. (825.5 kg) 1,770 lbs. (802.9 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,160 lbs. (5,062.1 kg)10,830 lbs. (4,912.4 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,116 lbs. (506.2 kg)1,083 lbs. (491.2 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)
XD models — King Cab® — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,100 lbs. (952.5 kg)1,930 lbs. (875.4 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,600 lbs. (5,715.3 kg)11,880 lbs. (5,388.7 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,260 lbs. (571.5 kg)1,188 lbs. (538.9 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)
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