Nissan Armada (2019 year). Instruction

WARNING

Overloading or improper loading of a
trailer and its cargo can adversely
affect vehicle handling, braking and
performance and may lead to acci-
dents.

CAUTION

. Do not tow a trailer or haul a

heavy load for the first 500 miles
(800 km). Your engine, axle or
other parts could be damaged.

. For the first 500 miles (800 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 loads.

Your new vehicle was designed to be
used primarily to carry passengers and
cargo. Remember that towing a trailer
places additional loads on your vehicle’s
engine, drivetrain, steering, braking 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 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” (P.10-21). The total trai-
ler 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 Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) should not exceed the
value specified in the following “Towing
Load/Specification” chart.

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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 ad-
versely 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 appropriate for level high-
way driving may have to be reduced on
very steep grades or for low traction
situations (for example, on slippery boat
ramps).

Temperature conditions can also affect

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towing. For example, towing a heavy
trailer in high outside temperatures on
graded roads can affect engine perfor-
mance and cause overheating. The trans-
mission high fluid temperature and
engine protection mode, which helps
reduce the chance of transmission and
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
engine power and vehicle speed.
The reduced speed may be lower
than other traffic, which could in-
crease the chance of a collision. 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.
See “If your vehicle overheats” (P.6-
14).

CAUTION

Vehicle damage resulting from im-
proper towing procedures is not
covered by NISSAN warranties.

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Tongue load

When using a weight carrying or a weight
distributing hitch, keep the tongue load
between 10 to 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 allow for proper tongue 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 capacities are calculated assum-
ing a base vehicle with driver and any

options required to achieve the rating.
Additional passengers, cargo and/or op-
tional 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
measured using platform type scales
commonly found at truck stops, highway
weigh stations, building supply centers or
salvage yards.

To determine the available payload capa-
city for tongue/king pin load, use the
following procedure.

Locate the GVWR on the F.M.V.S.S./C.
M.V.S.S. certification label.

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 capa-
city, use the following procedure.

Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the
“Towing Load/Specification” chart
found later in this section.

Subtract the actual vehicle weight
from the GCWR. The remaining
amount is the available maximum
towing capacity.

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
ratings.

Example:
. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as

weighed on a scale - including pas-
sengers, cargo and hitch - 5,822 lb.
(2,641 kg).

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. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

from F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label - 7,300 lb. (3,311 kg).

. Gross Combined Weight Rating

(GCWR) from “Towing Load/Specifica-
tion” chart - 14,700 lb. (6,668 kg).

. Maximum Trailer towing capacity

from “Towing Load/Specification”
chart - 8,500 lb. (3,856 kg).

7,300 lb. (3,311 kg)

GVWR

− 5,822 lb. (2,641 kg)

GVW

= 1,478 lb. (670 kg)

Available for tongue

weight

14,700 lb. (6,668 kg)

GCWR

− 5,822 lb. (2,641 kg)

GVW

= 8,878 lb. (4,027 kg)

Capacity available for

towing

1,478 lb. (670 kg) /

Available tongue

weight

8,878 lb. (4,027 kg)

Available capacity

= 11 % tongue weight

The available towing capacity may be less
than the maximum towing capacity due
to the passenger and cargo load in the
vehicle.

Remember to keep trailer tongue weight
between 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or
within the trailer tongue load specifica-

tion recommended by the trailer manu-
facturer. If the tongue load becomes
excessive, rearrange the cargo to obtain
the proper tongue load. Do not exceed
the maximum tongue weight specifica-
tion shown in the “Towing load/specifica-
tion” chart even if the calculated available
tongue weight is greater than 15%. If the
calculated tongue weight is less than 10%,
reduce the total trailer weight to match
the available tongue 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 vehicle is affected by dealer
and factory installed options and
passenger and cargo loads. You
must weigh the vehicle and trailer
as described in this manual to de-
termine the actual vehicle towing
capacity. Do not exceed the pub-
lished maximum towing capacity, or
the GCWR or the GVWR shown on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
bel. Doing so can result in an acci-
dent causing serious personal injury
or property damage.

Towing load/specification chart

Axle Type

Two-Wheel Drive (2WD)

Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)

Maximum Towing Capacity*1, *2

8,500 lb (3,856 kg)

Maximum Tongue Load

850 lb (385 kg)

Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rat-
ing

14,450 lb (6,554 kg)

14,700 lb (6,668 kg)

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.

Use of a weight-distributing hitch system is recommended when towing over 5,000 lb (2,267
kg).

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TOWING SAFETY

Trailer hitch

Your vehicle is equipped with a 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 a NISSAN dealer.

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To access the trailer hitch

, remove the

trailer hitch cover located on the lower
part of the rear bumper.

To remove the trailer hitch cover:

Remove the 2 bolts.

Pull the bottom of the cover straight
backward to remove the inner side

and upper clips.

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To install the trailer hitch cover:

Insert the upper clips to the recesses

, and then push in the cover to its

original position.

Install the 2 bolts

Bolt tightening torque:

2.2 to 3.3 ft-lb (3 to 4.4 N·m)

Do not use excessive force.

WARNING

Trailer hitch components have spe-
cific weight ratings. Your vehicle may
be capable of towing a trailer heavier
than the weight rating of the hitch

components. Never exceed the
weight rating of the hitch compo-
nents. 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:
. The required hitch ball size is stamped

on most trailer couplers. Most hitch
balls also have the size printed on top
of the ball.

. Choose the proper class hitch ball

based on the trailer weight.

. The 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.

. The 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.

Weight carrying hitches

A weight carrying or “dead weight” ball
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 vehicles
cannot 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.

A weight-distributing hitch system (Class
IV) is recommended if you plan to tow
trailers with a maximum weight over
5,000 lbs (2,267 kg). Check with the trailer

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and towing equipment manufacturers to
determine if they recommend the use of a
weight-distributing hitch system.

NOTE:

A weight-distributing hitch system may
affect the operation of trailer surge
brakes. If you are considering use of a
weight-distributing hitch system with a
surge brake-equipped trailer, check
with the surge brake, hitch or trailer
manufacturer to determine if and how
this can be done.

Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer for installing and using the
weight-distributing hitch system.

General set-up instructions are as follows:

Park unloaded vehicle on a level sur-
face. With the ignition switch in the ON
position and the doors closed, allow
the vehicle to stand for several min-
utes so that it can level.

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 within 0 - .5
inches (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 distribut-
ing hitch so the rear of the bumper is
no higher than the measured refer-
ence height when the trailer is at-
tached. 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 buf-
feting caused by other vehicles can affect
trailer handling. 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 system. Follow the instruc-
tions 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 (907 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 (1,588 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 (2,267 kg).

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 (2,267 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 vehicle is only capable of
towing the maximum trailer weights
shown in the “Towing Load/Specification”
chart earlier in this section.

CAUTION

. Do not use axle-mounted hitches.
. Do not modify the vehicle ex-

haust system, brake system, etc.

. Do not attach any additional

hitches to your vehicle because
a hitch is already mounted to
your vehicle frame.

Tire pressures
. When towing a trailer, inflate the

vehicle tires to the recom-
mended cold tire pressure indi-
cated on the Tire and Loading
Information label.

. Trailer tire condition, size, load

rating and proper inflation pres-
sure should be in accordance
with the trailer and tire manu-
facturers’ specifications.

Safety chains

Always use a suitable chain between your
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains
should be crossed and should be at-
tached to the hitch, not to the vehicle
bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough
slack in the chains to permit turning
corners.

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Trailer lights (if so equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a towing
package, which also includes the 7-pin
trailer harness connector located under
the trailer hitch cover on the rear bumper.

CAUTION

. When splicing into the vehicle

electrical system, a commercially
available power-type module/
converter must be used to pro-
vide power for all trailer lighting.
This unit uses the vehicle battery
as a direct power source for all

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trailer lights while using the ve-
hicle tail light, stoplight and turn
signal circuits as a signal source.
The module/converter must draw
no more than 15 milliamps from
the stop and tail lamp circuits.
Using a module/converter that
exceeds these power require-
ments may damage the vehicle’s
electrical system. See a reputable
trailer retailer to obtain the prop-
er equipment and to have it
installed.

. Do not connect electrical devices

that draw more than 40 amps to
the vehicle. The fusible link may
melt.

Trailer lights should comply with federal
and/or local regulations. For assistance in
hooking up trailer lights, contact a NISSAN
dealer or reputable trailer retailer.

Trailer brakes

When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs.
(1,587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake
system MUST be used. However, most
states require a separate braking system
on trailers with a loaded weight above a
specific amount. Make sure the trailer
meets the local regulations and the
regulations where you plan to tow.

Several types of braking systems are
available.

Surge Brakes - The surge brake actuator
is mounted on the trailer tongue with a
hydraulic line running to each trailer
wheel. Surge brakes are activated by the
trailer pushing against the hitch ball
when the tow vehicle is braking. Hydraulic
surge brakes are common on rental
trailers and some boat trailers. In this
type of system, there is no hydraulic or
electric connection for brake operation
between the tow vehicle and the trailer.

Electric Trailer Brakes - Electric braking
systems are activated by an electronic
signal sent from a trailer brake controller
(special brake sensing module).

Have a professional supplier of towing
equipment make sure the trailer brakes
are properly installed and demonstrate
proper brake function testing.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake system
directly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips

. Be certain your vehicle maintains a

level position when a loaded or un-
loaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive
the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-
up or nose-down condition; check for
improper tongue load, overload, worn
suspension or other possible causes
of either condition.

. Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.

. Keep the cargo load as low as possible

in the trailer to keep the trailer center
of gravity low.

. Load the trailer so approximately 60%

of the trailer load is in the front half
and 40% is in the back half. Also make
sure the load is balanced side to side.

. Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure,

vehicle tire pressure, trailer light op-
eration, and trailer wheel lug nuts
every time you attach a trailer to the
vehicle.

. Be certain your rearview mirrors con-

form to all federal, state or local
regulations. If not, install any mirrors
required for towing before driving the
vehicle.

. Determine the overall height of the

vehicle and trailer so the required
clearance is known.

Trailer towing tips

In order to gain skill and an understand-
ing of the vehicle’s behavior, you should
practice turning, stopping and backing up
in an area which is free from traffic.
Steering stability, and braking perfor-
mance will be somewhat different than
under normal driving conditions.
. Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.

. Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a

pin or lock to prevent the coupler from
inadvertently becoming unlatched.

. Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or

stops.

. Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

. Always drive your vehicle at a moder-

ate speed. Some states or provinces
have specific speed limits for vehicles
that are towing trailers. Obey the local
speed limits.

. When backing up, hold the bottom of

the steering wheel with one hand.
Move your hand in the direction in
which you want the trailer to go. Make
small corrections and back up slowly.
If possible, have someone guide you
when you are backing up.

Always block the wheels on both vehicle
and trailer when parking. Parking on a
slope is not recommended; however, if

you must do so:

CAUTION

If you move the shift lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking
brake, transmission damage could
occur.

Apply and hold the brake pedal.

Have someone place blocks on the
downhill side of the vehicle and trailer
wheels.

3. After the wheel blocks are in place,

slowly release the brake pedal until
the blocks absorb the vehicle load.

4. Apply the parking brake.

5. Shift the transmission into P (Park).

6. Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models:

Make sure that the 4WD shift switch is
engaged in the AUTO, 4HI or 4LO
position and the Automatic Transmis-
sion (AT) park warning light is turned
off.

Turn off the engine.

To drive away:

Apply and hold the brake pedal.

Start the engine.

Shift the transmission into gear.

4. Release the parking brake.

5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and

trailer are clear from the blocks.

6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.

Have someone retrieve and store the
blocks.

. While going downhill, the weight of the

trailer pushing on the tow vehicle may
decrease overall stability. Therefore, to
maintain adequate control, reduce
your speed and shift to a lower gear.
Avoid long or repeated use of the
brakes when descending a hill, as this
reduces their effectiveness and could
cause overheating. Shifting to a lower
gear instead provides “engine braking”
and reduces the need to brake as
frequently.

. If the engine coolant temperature

rises to a high temperature, see “If
your vehicle overheats” (P.6-14).

. Trailer towing requires more fuel than

normal circumstances.

. Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s

first 500 miles (800 km).

. Have your vehicle serviced more often

than at intervals specified in the
recommended maintenance schedule
shown in the "9. Maintenance and

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schedules" section.

. When making a turn, your trailer

wheels will be closer to the inside of
the turn than your vehicle wheels. To
compensate for this, make a larger
than normal turning radius during the
turn.

. Crosswinds and rough roads will ad-

versely affect vehicle/trailer handling,
possibly causing vehicle sway. When
being passed by larger vehicles, be
prepared for possible changes in
crosswinds that could affect vehicle
handling.

Do the following if the trailer begins to
sway:

Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal to allow the vehicle to coast
and steer as straight ahead as the
road conditions allow. This combina-
tion will help stabilize the vehicle.

Do not correct trailer sway by

steering or applying the brakes.

When the trailer sway stops, gently
apply the brakes and pull to the side
of the road in a safe area.

3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is

balanced as described earlier in this
section.

. Be careful when passing other vehi-

cles. Passing while towing a trailer

requires considerably more distance
than normal passing. Remember the
length of the trailer must also pass the
other vehicle before you can safely
change lanes.

. Use the Tow mode or downshift the

transmission to a lower gear for en-
gine braking when driving down steep
or long hills. This will help slow the
vehicle without applying the brakes.

. Avoid holding the brake pedal down

too long or too frequently. This could
cause the brakes to overheat, result-
ing in reduced braking efficiency.

. Increase your following distance to

allow for greater stopping distances
while towing a trailer. Anticipate stops
and brake gradually.

. NISSAN recommends that the cruise

control not be used while towing a
trailer.

. While towing a trailer, do not use the

following systems (if so equipped):
— the Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

system

— the Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-

LI) system

— the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) sys-

tem

— the Intelligent Blind Spot Interven-

tion (I-BSI) system

— the Intelligent Back-up Intervention

(I-BI) system

— the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)

system

— the Intelligent Distance Control (I-

DC) system

— the Automatic Emergency Braking

(AEB) system

— the Intelligent Forward Collision

Warning (I-FCW) system

. Some states or provinces have speci-

fic regulations and speed limits for
vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey
the local speed limits.

. Check your hitch, trailer wiring har-

ness connections, and trailer wheel
lug nuts after 50 miles (80 km) of
travel and at every break.

. When launching a boat, do not allow

the water level to go over the exhaust
tail pipe or rear bumper.

. Make sure you disconnect the trailer

lights (if so equipped) before backing
the trailer into the water or the trailer
lights may burn out.

When towing a trailer, the transmission
fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information,
see the "9. Maintenance and schedules"
section.

TOW mode

Using TOW mode is recommended when
pulling a heavy trailer or hauling a heavy
load. Push the TOW MODE switch to
activate tow mode. The TOW MODE
indicator light in the meter illuminates
when TOW mode is selected. Push the
TOW MODE switch again to turn TOW
mode off. TOW mode is automatically
cancelled when the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position.

TOW mode includes the following fea-
tures:
. Grade logic — Adjusts transmission

shifts when pulling a trailer or hauling
a load up a grade.

. Downhill Speed Control (DSC) — auto-

matically downshifts when driving
down a grade with a trailer or heavy
load to help control vehicle speed.

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 trans-
mission/engine driving characteristics
may feel unusual.

When towing a trailer, the transmission
fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information,
see the "9. Maintenance and schedules"
section.

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 recrea-
tional vehicle, such as a motor home.

CAUTION

. Failure to follow these guidelines

can result in severe transmission
damage.

. Whenever flat towing your vehi-

cle, always tow forward, never
backward.

. DO NOT tow any automatic trans-

mission vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground (flat tow-
ing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE inter-
nal transmission parts due to lack
of transmission lubrication.

. DO NOT tow a Four-Wheel Drive

(4WD) vehicle with any of the
wheels on the ground. Doing so
may cause serious and expensive
damage to the powertrain.

. For emergency towing proce-

dures refer to “Towing recom-
mended by NISSAN” (P.6-17).

Automatic Transmission

Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models:

Do not tow a 4WD vehicle with any of the
wheels on the ground.

Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models:

To tow a vehicle equipped with an auto-
matic transmission, an appropriate vehi-
cle dolly MUST be placed under the towed
vehicle’s drive wheels. Always follow the
dolly manufacturer’s recommendations
when using their product.

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DOT (Department Of Transportation)
Quality Grades: All passenger car tires
must conform to federal safety require-
ments in addition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found where ap-
plicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Tempera-
ture A

TREADWEAR

The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as
well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of
tires depends upon actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart sig-
nificantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and
climate.

TRACTION AA, A, B AND C

The traction grades, from highest to low-
est, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to this
tire is based on straight-ahead brak-
ing traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hy-
droplaning, or peak traction charac-
teristics.

TEMPERATURE A, B AND C

The temperature grades A (the highest),
B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance
to the generation of heat and its ability to
dissipate heat when tested under con-
trolled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of
the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life,
and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corre-
sponds to a level of performance which

all passenger car tires must meet under
the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-
dard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Exces-
sive speed, under-inflation, or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat build-
up and possible tire failure.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Your NISSAN is covered by the following
emission warranties.

For USA:
. Emission Defects Warranty

. Emissions Performance Warranty
Details of these warranties may be found
with other vehicle warranties in your
Warranty Information Booklet that comes
with your NISSAN. If you did not receive a
Warranty Information Booklet, or it has
become lost, you may obtain a replace-
ment by writing to:
. NISSAN Division

Nissan North America, Inc.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003

For Canada:

Emission Control System Warranty

Details of these warranties may be found
with other vehicle warranties in your
Warranty and Roadside Assistance Infor-
mation that comes with your NISSAN. If
you did not receive a Warranty and Road-
side Assistance Information, or it has
become lost, you may obtain a replace-
ment by writing to:
. Nissan Canada Inc.

5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario,
L4W 4Z5

For USA

If you believe that your vehicle has
a defect which could cause a crash
or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the Na-
tional Highway Traffic Safety Ad-
ministration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying NISSAN.

If NHTSA receives similar com-
plaints, it may open an investiga-
tion, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles,
it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual pro-
blems between you, your dealer, or
NISSAN.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-
888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-
9153); go to http://www.safercar.
gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can
also obtain other information
about motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.

Technical and consumer information

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

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Technical and consumer information

You may notify NISSAN by contact-
ing our Consumer Affairs Depart-
ment, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261).

For Canada

If you believe that your vehicle has
a defect which could cause a crash
or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform Trans-
port Canada in addition to notifying
NISSAN.

If Transport Canada receives com-
plaints, it may open an investiga-
tion, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles,
it may request that NISSAN con-
duct a recall campaign. However,
Transport Canada cannot become
involved in individual problems be-
tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN.

You may contact Transport Cana-
da’s Defect Investigations and Re-
calls Division toll free at 1-800-333-
0510. You may also report safety
defects online at:

https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/
7/ PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx.

Additional information concerning
motor vehicle safety may be ob-
tained from Transport Canada’s
Road Safety Information Centre at
1-800-333-0371 or online at www.
tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (English speak-
ers) or www.tc.gc.ca/securiterou-
tiere (French speakers).

To notify NISSAN of any safety
concerns please contact our Con-
sumer Information Centre toll free
at 1-800-387-0122.

WARNING

A vehicle equipped with Four-Wheel
Drive (4WD) should never be tested
using a two wheel dynamometer
(such as the dynamometers used by
some states for emissions testing),
or similar equipment. Make sure you
inform test facility personnel that
your vehicle is equipped with 4WD
before it is placed on a dynam-
ometer. Using the wrong test equip-
ment may result in transmission
damage or unexpected vehicle
movement which could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.

Due to legal requirements in some states
and Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may
be required to be in what is called the
“ready condition” for an Inspection/Main-
tenance (I/M) test of the emission control
system.

The vehicle is set to the “ready condition”
when it is driven through certain driving
patterns. Usually, the “ready condition”
can be obtained by ordinary usage of
the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is
repaired or the battery is disconnected,

READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST

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