Nissan Pathfinder (2018 year). Instruction

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 the

specified 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

HFC-134a

(R-134a)

and

NISSAN A/C system oil Type S (DH-PS) or
the exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or oil
may cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and will require
the replacement of all air conditioner
system components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does
not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain
government regulations require the recovery
and recycling of any refrigerant during auto-
motive air conditioner system service. A
NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians
and equipment needed to recover and re-
cycle your air conditioner system refrigerant.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer when servicing your air conditioner
system.

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ENGINE

Model

VQ35DD

Type

Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC

Cylinder arrangement

6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60°

Bore x Stroke

in (mm) 3.780 x 3.189 (96 x 81)

Displacement

cu in (cm

) 213.45 (3,498)

Firing order

1–2–3–4–5–6

Idle speed

No adjustment is necessary.

CVT in N (Neutral) position

Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)

CO % at idle

Spark plug

FXE22HR-11

Spark plug gap (Nominal)

in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)

Camshaft operation

Timing chain

This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.

SPECIFICATIONS

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WHEELS AND TIRES

Wheels

Offset in (mm)

Size

Alloy

1.97 (50)

18 x 7.5J

1.97 (50)

20 x 7.5J

Tires

Size

All Season

235/65R18

235/55R20

Spare tire

Wheel size

Tire size

Temporary spare - steel

18 x 4T

T165/90D18

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Overall length

in (mm)

198.5 (5,042)

Overall width

in (mm)

77.3 (1,963)

Overall height

without roof rack

in (mm)

69.5 (1,766)

with roof rack

in (mm)

70.6 (1,793)

Front and Rear Track

in (mm)

65.7 (1,670)

Wheelbase

in (mm)

114.2 (2,900)

Gross vehicle weight rating

lbs. (kg)

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

lbs. (kg)

Rear

lbs. (kg)

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When planning to drive your NISSAN
vehicle in another country, you should
first find out if the fuel available is suitable
for your vehicle's engine.

Using fuel with an octane rating that is too
low may cause engine damage. All gaso-
line vehicles must be operated with un-
leaded gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking
your vehicle to areas where appropriate
fuel is not available.

When transferring the registration of
your vehicle to another country, state,
province or district, it may be necessary
to modify the vehicle to meet local laws
and regulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards
vary according to the country, state, prov-
ince or district; therefore, vehicle specifica-
tions may differ.

When any vehicle is to be taken into an-
other country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, trans-
portation and registration are the re-
sponsibility of the user. NISSAN is not re-
sponsible for any inconvenience that
may result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE

The VIN plate is located as shown. This
number is the identification for your vehicle
and is used in the vehicle registration.

The VIN number is also available through
the center display screen. For additional
information, refer to your “Navigation Sys-
tem Owner’s Manual”.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(chassis number)

The vehicle identification number is lo-
cated as shown.

TI1050M

LTI2028

WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING
IN ANOTHER COUNTRY

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine as
shown.

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION
LABEL

The

Federal/Canadian

Motor

Vehicle

Safety Standard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certifi-
cation label is affixed as shown. This label
contains valuable vehicle information, such
as: (GVWR), (GAWR), month and year of
manufacture, (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL

The emission control information label is
attached to the underside of the hood as
shown.

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WTI0099

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TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABEL

The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label. The label is
located as shown.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is af-
fixed to the underside of the hood as
shown.

To mount the front license plate, attach the
license plate bracket to the bumper fascia
at the location marks (small dimples) using
the two provided screws

䊊

LTI2251

WTI0173

LTI2241

INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE

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WARNING

∙ It is extremely dangerous to

ride in a cargo area inside a ve-
hicle. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to
be seriously injured or killed.

∙ Do not allow people to ride in

any area of your vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and
seat belts.

∙ Be sure everyone in your 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 in-
cluding: standard and optional
equipment,

fluids,

emergency

tools, and spare tire assembly.
This weight does not include
passengers and cargo.

∙ GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb

weight plus the combined weight
of passengers and cargo.

∙ GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle,
passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other op-
tional equipment. This informa-
tion

located

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 information 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, pas-
sengers, cargo, and trailer.

∙ Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load

limit, Total load capacity - maxi-
mum total weight limit specified
of the load (passengers and
cargo) for the vehicle. This is the
maximum combined weight of
occupants and cargo that can be
loaded into the vehicle. If the ve-
hicle 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 la-
bel.

∙ Cargo

capacity

permissible

weight of cargo, the subtracted
weight of occupants from the
load limit.

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

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VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY

Do not exceed the load limit of your
vehicle shown as “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo” on
the Tire and Loading Information la-
bel. Do not exceed the number of
occupants shown as “Seating Ca-
pacity” on the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label.

To get “the combined weight of oc-
cupants and cargo”, add the weight
of all occupants, then add the total
luggage

weight.

Examples

are

shown in the following illustration.

Example

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Steps for determining correct
load limit

1. Locate the statement “The com-

bined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
lbs. or XXX kg” on your vehicle’s
Tire and Loading Information la-
bel.

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

available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For ex-
ample, if the XXX amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lbs. passengers in your ve-
hicle, the amount of available
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

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

There are luggage hooks located in the
cargo area as shown. The hooks can be
used to secure cargo with ropes or other
types of straps.

When securing items using luggage
hooks located on the side finisher do not
apply a load over more than 6.5 lbs. (29 N)
to a single hook.

The luggage hooks that are located on
the floor should have loads less than
110 lbs. (490 N) to a single hook.

Cargo area luggage hooks

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WARNING

∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or

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

∙ The child restraint top tether strap

may be damaged by contact with
items in the cargo area. Secure any
items in the cargo area. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the top tether strap is
damaged.

∙ 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.

LOADING TIPS

∙ The GVW must not exceed GVWR

or GAWR as specified on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.

certification

label.

∙ Do not load the front and rear

axle to the GAWR. Doing so will
exceed the GVWR.

WARNING

∙ Properly secure all cargo with

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

∙ Do not load your vehicle any

heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum

front

and

rear

GAWRs. If you do, parts of your
vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change the
way your vehicle handles. This
could result in loss of control
and cause personal injury.

∙ Overloading

not

only

can

shorten the life of your vehicle
and the tire, but can also cause
unsafe vehicle handling and
longer braking distances. This
may cause a premature tire fail-
ure which could result in a seri-
ous accident and personal in-
jury.

Failures

caused

overloading are not covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS

Secure

loose

items

prevent

weight shifts that could affect the
balance of your vehicle. When the ve-
hicle is loaded, drive to a scale and
weigh the front and the rear wheels
separately to determine axle loads.
Individual axle loads should not ex-
ceed either of the gross axle weight
ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle
loads should not exceed the gross
vehicle weight rating (GVWR). These
ratings are given on the vehicle cer-
tification label. If weight ratings are
exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.

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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 loads.

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 available
on the website at www.nissanusa.com. This
guide includes information on trailer tow-
ing 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 following Towing
Load/Specification Chart found in this sec-
tion. The total trailer load equals trailer
weight plus its cargo weight.

∙ When

towing

trailer

load

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.

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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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 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 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 capacities are calculated assum-
ing a base vehicle with driver and any op-
tions required to achieve the rating. 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.

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

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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 passengers, cargo
and hitch - 6,350 lbs. (2,880 kg).

∙ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

from F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
bel - 7,250 lbs. (3,289 kg).

∙ Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)

from “Towing Load/Specification" chart
- 15,100 lbs. (6,849 kg).

∙ Maximum Trailer towing capacity from

“Towing Load/Specification" chart -
9,100 lbs. (4,128 kg).

7,250 lbs. (3,289 kg)

GVWR

– 6,350 lbs. (2,880 kg)

GVW

= 900 lbs. (409 kg)

Available for tongue

weight

15,100 lbs. (6,849 kg)

GCWR

– 6,350 lbs. (2,880 kg)

GVW

= 9,123 lbs. (4,138 kg) Capacity available for

towing

900 lbs. (409 kg)

Available tongue

weight

/ 8,750 lbs. (3,969 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.

Remember to keep trailer tongue weight
between 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or
within the trailer tongue load specification
recommended by the trailer manufacturer.
If the tongue load becomes excessive, re-
arrange the cargo to obtain the proper
tongue load. 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%, reduce the total
trailer weight to match the available
tongue weight.

Always verify that available capacities are
within the required ratings.

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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

the

FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so can re-
sult in an accident causing serious per-
sonal injury or property damage.

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

With Tow

Package

Without Tow Package

Maximum Towing
Capacity*1

6,000 lbs. (2,721 kg)

3,500 lbs. (1,588 kg)

Maximum Tongue Load

600 lbs. (272 kg)

350 lbs. (158 kg)

Maximum Gross
Combined Weight Rating

11,000 lbs. (4,990 kg)

8,800 lbs. (3,991 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.

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TOWING SAFETY
Trailer hitch

Your vehicle may be equipped with an op-
tional trailer tow package. The trailer tow
package includes 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.

If your vehicle is not equipped with the op-
tional trailer tow package, check the tow-
ing 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 a 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 pass-
ing trucks.

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 compo-
nents. Never exceed the weight rating
of the hitch components. Doing so can
cause serious personal injury or prop-
erty 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 the
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. Addi-
tionally, 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 can’t
carry the full tongue weight of a given
trailer, and need some of the tongue

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