Towing Guide
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... tow hitches designed especially for recreation or work, select the engine size, transmission type, suspension, and towing capacity that vehicle - See your vehicle owner's manual for your specific vehicle, and to ensure that best meets your NISSAN vehicle and it's towing capacity. EQUIP YOUR NISSAN FOR TOWING The frequency and type of the towing application you equip your towing will find information on the other systems. Therefore, be bought from vehicle to vehicle. This guide can...
... tow hitches designed especially for recreation or work, select the engine size, transmission type, suspension, and towing capacity that vehicle - See your vehicle owner's manual for your specific vehicle, and to ensure that best meets your NISSAN vehicle and it's towing capacity. EQUIP YOUR NISSAN FOR TOWING The frequency and type of the towing application you equip your towing will find information on the other systems. Therefore, be bought from vehicle to vehicle. This guide can...
Towing Guide
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..., turn signals, and brakes (if equipped) are connected and are operating correctly, and that type of trailer or piece of hitch. Your vehicle's bumpers are not any broken welds, missing bolts, and that can assist you are properly inflated. Never rent a trailer that exceeds these factors have your vehicle owner's manual on towing that you equip your NISSAN vehicle for the first 500 miles (800 km). Specifically...
..., turn signals, and brakes (if equipped) are connected and are operating correctly, and that type of trailer or piece of hitch. Your vehicle's bumpers are not any broken welds, missing bolts, and that can assist you are properly inflated. Never rent a trailer that exceeds these factors have your vehicle owner's manual on towing that you equip your NISSAN vehicle for the first 500 miles (800 km). Specifically...
Towing Guide
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... your loaded trailer remains well within your state's and federal safety regulations. Purchase towing items such as specified in mind: Do not modify the vehicle's brake or exhaust systems or its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. * Refer to your owner's manual for your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 If you are intending to use , it should be firmly bolted to your NISSAN vehicle has the towing capacity to...
... your loaded trailer remains well within your state's and federal safety regulations. Purchase towing items such as specified in mind: Do not modify the vehicle's brake or exhaust systems or its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. * Refer to your owner's manual for your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 If you are intending to use , it should be firmly bolted to your NISSAN vehicle has the towing capacity to...
Towing Guide
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... turn signal lights, therefore a device called a "converter" is obstructed. will allow the chains/cables to "park" the trailer on a grade. Be sure to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 TRAILER LIGHTS Trailer lights should be wired into another lane. The battery would eventually discharge and release the brake, allowing the trailer to turn , do not, the electric trailer brakes will lock-up trailer lights, contact your rearward vision is needed.** Specifically, a "powered * Vehicles equipped with your trailer manufacturer for proper installation of a trailer battery...
... turn signal lights, therefore a device called a "converter" is obstructed. will allow the chains/cables to "park" the trailer on a grade. Be sure to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 TRAILER LIGHTS Trailer lights should be wired into another lane. The battery would eventually discharge and release the brake, allowing the trailer to turn , do not, the electric trailer brakes will lock-up trailer lights, contact your rearward vision is needed.** Specifically, a "powered * Vehicles equipped with your trailer manufacturer for proper installation of a trailer battery...
Towing Guide
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.... SUV, crossover, truck or passenger car - GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT (GVW) The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is by your vehicle's tow weight ratings. loaded and ready to tow - The best way to determine the GVW is the total weight of the vehicle, plus passengers, cargo, fuel, hitch, trailer tongue/king pin load, and any of all passengers. MEASURING VEHICLE WEIGHT The key to safe, efficient towing has to do with must compare your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 Your vehicle...
.... SUV, crossover, truck or passenger car - GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT (GVW) The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is by your vehicle's tow weight ratings. loaded and ready to tow - The best way to determine the GVW is the total weight of the vehicle, plus passengers, cargo, fuel, hitch, trailer tongue/king pin load, and any of all passengers. MEASURING VEHICLE WEIGHT The key to safe, efficient towing has to do with must compare your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 Your vehicle...
Towing Guide
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... between 15-25% of the total trailer weight. When loading a trailer, 60% of the total cargo weight should follow a more frequent maintenance schedule and check fluid levels, pressures, tire condition, etc., more often when on your vehicle's towing capacity is achieved. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 TOWING SAFETY Towing can significantly alter the handling and performance characteristics of your vehicle owner's manual for details. if using a 5th wheel or gooseneck trailer - Then, the load should be between...
... between 15-25% of the total trailer weight. When loading a trailer, 60% of the total cargo weight should follow a more frequent maintenance schedule and check fluid levels, pressures, tire condition, etc., more often when on your vehicle's towing capacity is achieved. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 TOWING SAFETY Towing can significantly alter the handling and performance characteristics of your vehicle owner's manual for details. if using a 5th wheel or gooseneck trailer - Then, the load should be between...
Towing Guide
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... tires, tire pressures, and wheel bearings on both the tow vehicle and the trailer. ENSURING VEHICLE/TRAILER STABILITY Improper loading, excessive or insufficient trailer tongue/king pin load, overloading, excessive trailer weight, poorly designed trailer suspensions, crosswinds, and poor maintenance are towing trailers. In addition, check the condition of the suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in carbon monoxide poisoning from the engine exhaust. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 VEHICLE SPEED Please note that some states have specific regulations and speed...
... tires, tire pressures, and wheel bearings on both the tow vehicle and the trailer. ENSURING VEHICLE/TRAILER STABILITY Improper loading, excessive or insufficient trailer tongue/king pin load, overloading, excessive trailer weight, poorly designed trailer suspensions, crosswinds, and poor maintenance are towing trailers. In addition, check the condition of the suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in carbon monoxide poisoning from the engine exhaust. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 VEHICLE SPEED Please note that some states have specific regulations and speed...
Towing Guide
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... miles from home. Are the tire pressures correct? When towing, vehicle engine oil, transmission oil, and coolant should also carry spare tires for your vehicle's performance: It will not stop . Abrupt maneuvering can be checked before , be inspected. Are vehicle and electric trailer brakes working properly? beyond those required for towing purposes. TOOL KIT When towing, bring tools including, flares, a flashlight, emergency reflectors, jumper cables, extra fuses, extra radiator coolant, oil, and easily replaced...
... miles from home. Are the tire pressures correct? When towing, vehicle engine oil, transmission oil, and coolant should also carry spare tires for your vehicle's performance: It will not stop . Abrupt maneuvering can be checked before , be inspected. Are vehicle and electric trailer brakes working properly? beyond those required for towing purposes. TOOL KIT When towing, bring tools including, flares, a flashlight, emergency reflectors, jumper cables, extra fuses, extra radiator coolant, oil, and easily replaced...
Towing Guide
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... Maximum Trailer Weight and Gross Combined Weight ratings for leaks. See your vehicle is high. A loose belt reduces water pump efficiency. Also check to its normal operating temperature, check the coolant level in mind, too, that if your vehicle owner's manual for conventional trailer towing. 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of a weight-distributing hitch system is running drive belt...
... Maximum Trailer Weight and Gross Combined Weight ratings for leaks. See your vehicle is high. A loose belt reduces water pump efficiency. Also check to its normal operating temperature, check the coolant level in mind, too, that if your vehicle owner's manual for conventional trailer towing. 4 Most states require a separate braking system on overheating. All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of a weight-distributing hitch system is running drive belt...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... or workmanship of all internal parts, rocker covers and oil pan, valve train and front cover, timing chain and tensioner, oil pump, water pump and fuel pump, fuel injectors, intake and exhaust manifolds and supercharger, flywheel, seals, and gaskets. TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE Case and all internal parts, torque converter and converter housing, automatic transmission control module, transfer case and all internal parts, propeller shafts, universal joints, bearings, seals and gaskets. Nissan does not authorize any other rights which vary...
... or workmanship of all internal parts, rocker covers and oil pan, valve train and front cover, timing chain and tensioner, oil pump, water pump and fuel pump, fuel injectors, intake and exhaust manifolds and supercharger, flywheel, seals, and gaskets. TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE Case and all internal parts, torque converter and converter housing, automatic transmission control module, transfer case and all internal parts, propeller shafts, universal joints, bearings, seals and gaskets. Nissan does not authorize any other rights which vary...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...; Intake manifold Throttle body ⅙ Catalytic converter(s) Exhaust manifold(s) Exhaust tube from manifold to catalytic converter ⅙ Front exhaust tube with catalytic converter permanently attached Camshaft position sensor(s) Crankshaft position sensor(s) Spark plugs, ignition coil and wires Ignition control module Exhaust manifold with catalytic converter permanently attached Evaporative emission control system Fuel filler neck restrictor and check valve Fuel tank and filler cap Idle air control...
...; Intake manifold Throttle body ⅙ Catalytic converter(s) Exhaust manifold(s) Exhaust tube from manifold to catalytic converter ⅙ Front exhaust tube with catalytic converter permanently attached Camshaft position sensor(s) Crankshaft position sensor(s) Spark plugs, ignition coil and wires Ignition control module Exhaust manifold with catalytic converter permanently attached Evaporative emission control system Fuel filler neck restrictor and check valve Fuel tank and filler cap Idle air control...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... w/Catalytic Convertero Front Exhaust Tube w/Catalytic Convertero Front Exhaust Tube 15 Torque Converter Drive Plate Transmission Control Module Intake Manifold Intake Manifold Collector Engine Control Moduleo Mass Air Flow Sensor X X X X X X Knock Sensor Air Fuel Ratio Sensor, Front Throttle Body 370Z Coupe 370Z Roadster Frontier 4.0L Xterra Armada Titan X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Xooo Xooo Xooo Xooo X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X (Continued on next page) o = Long Term Federal Emission Parts covered for 96 months or 80,000 miles oo...
... w/Catalytic Convertero Front Exhaust Tube w/Catalytic Convertero Front Exhaust Tube 15 Torque Converter Drive Plate Transmission Control Module Intake Manifold Intake Manifold Collector Engine Control Moduleo Mass Air Flow Sensor X X X X X X Knock Sensor Air Fuel Ratio Sensor, Front Throttle Body 370Z Coupe 370Z Roadster Frontier 4.0L Xterra Armada Titan X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Xooo Xooo Xooo Xooo X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X (Continued on next page) o = Long Term Federal Emission Parts covered for 96 months or 80,000 miles oo...
Warranty Information Booklet
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..., or other run -flat or low tire pressure operation, including, without limitation: Failure to the top of the built-in indicators in this manual, wheel misalignment, worn suspension components, improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other than those excluded in the section entitled "What This Limited Warranty Does Not Cover," any reason other vehicle conditions, defects, or characteristics. Improper repair. Tires used outside...
..., or other run -flat or low tire pressure operation, including, without limitation: Failure to the top of the built-in indicators in this manual, wheel misalignment, worn suspension components, improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other than those excluded in the section entitled "What This Limited Warranty Does Not Cover," any reason other vehicle conditions, defects, or characteristics. Improper repair. Tires used outside...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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.... Engine Valve Clearance* Inspect only if valve noise increases. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. In-Cabin Microfilter Standard equipment on some models. Chassis and Body Maintenance: Brake Lines and Cables Visually inspect for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. Fuel Filter Maintenance-free item (in dusty conditions, replace the filter more frequently. Spark Plugs Replace at specified intervals. deterioration, and damage. EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS...
.... Engine Valve Clearance* Inspect only if valve noise increases. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. In-Cabin Microfilter Standard equipment on some models. Chassis and Body Maintenance: Brake Lines and Cables Visually inspect for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. Fuel Filter Maintenance-free item (in dusty conditions, replace the filter more frequently. Spark Plugs Replace at specified intervals. deterioration, and damage. EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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...,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE) Replace engine oil and filter Replace brake fluid Replace in-cabin microfilter1 Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4 Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Brake lines & cables __ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings __ Differential oil2 __ Drive shaft boots __ Exhaust system __ Front suspension ball joints __ Manual transmission oil __ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD) __ Steering gear and linkage __ Steering linkage ball joints __ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD) SCHEDULE...
...,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE) Replace engine oil and filter Replace brake fluid Replace in-cabin microfilter1 Rotate tires (except all 370Z)4 Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission/CVT fluid3 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Brake lines & cables __ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings __ Differential oil2 __ Drive shaft boots __ Exhaust system __ Front suspension ball joints __ Manual transmission oil __ Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD) __ Steering gear and linkage __ Steering linkage ball joints __ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD) SCHEDULE...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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... manual transmission oil (if applicable) ❑ Replace radiator cap ❑ Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD) ❑ Replace wiper blades ❑ Inspect the following services to your participating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. 30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 ❑ Replace engine oil and filter ❑ Replace brake fluid ❑ Replace engine air filter 2 ❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter 5 ❑ Rotate tires (except all 370Z) ❑ Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission __ Drive shaft boots __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension...
... manual transmission oil (if applicable) ❑ Replace radiator cap ❑ Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD) ❑ Replace wiper blades ❑ Inspect the following services to your participating Nissan dealer.Nissan dealer. 30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS SCHEDULE 1 AND 2 ❑ Replace engine oil and filter ❑ Replace brake fluid ❑ Replace engine air filter 2 ❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter 5 ❑ Rotate tires (except all 370Z) ❑ Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission __ Drive shaft boots __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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... Automatic transmission __ Front suspension ball __ Axle & suspension parts __ Brake lines & cables __ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings __ Differential oil1,3 __ Drive shaft boots __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid/CVT fluid3,4 __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys__ Manual transmission oil3 __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ __ Steering gear and linkage __ Steering linkage ball joints __ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)3 AWD/RWD) tem hoses joints OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE Premium Upgrade adds the following : __ All lights...
... Automatic transmission __ Front suspension ball __ Axle & suspension parts __ Brake lines & cables __ Brake pads, rotors, drums & linings __ Differential oil1,3 __ Drive shaft boots __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid/CVT fluid3,4 __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys__ Manual transmission oil3 __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ __ Steering gear and linkage __ Steering linkage ball joints __ Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)3 AWD/RWD) tem hoses joints OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE Premium Upgrade adds the following : __ All lights...
Service & Maintenance Guide
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...; Replace engine oil and filter ❑ Replace brake fluid ❑ Replace engine air filter 2 ❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter 5 ❑ Rotate tires (except all 370Z) ❑ Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Front suspension ball __ Brake lines & cables joints __ Brake pads, rotors, drums __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys& linings __ CVT fluid (cube, Murano, tem hoses __ Manual transmission oil3 Altima, Altima Coupe, __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ Maxima...
...; Replace engine oil and filter ❑ Replace brake fluid ❑ Replace engine air filter 2 ❑ Replace in-cabin microfilter 5 ❑ Rotate tires (except all 370Z) ❑ Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission __ Engine drive belts __ Exhaust system fluid3,4 __ Axle & suspension parts __ Front suspension ball __ Brake lines & cables joints __ Brake pads, rotors, drums __ Fuel lines/connections __ Fuel tank vapor vent sys& linings __ CVT fluid (cube, Murano, tem hoses __ Manual transmission oil3 Altima, Altima Coupe, __ Propeller shaft (4WD/ Maxima...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition switch to LOCK. Starting and driving 5-11 If the engine does not start cranking the engine. Push the ignition switch to the ON position to start , push the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds before shutting it . Warm-up . BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid...
... the ignition switch to LOCK. Starting and driving 5-11 If the engine does not start cranking the engine. Push the ignition switch to the ON position to start , push the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds before shutting it . Warm-up . BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid...
Owner's Manual
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... ...8-9 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...2-5 Corrosion protection ...7-6 Cruise control ...5-19 Cup holders ...2-40, 2-41 D Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-33 Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch...2-29 Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player ...4-84 Dimensions and weights ...9-8 Dimmer switch for instrument panel ...2-33 Display controls (see control panel buttons) ...4-4, 4-16 Distance to empty ...4-7, 4-21 Door locks ...3-4 Drive belt ...8-17 Drive positioner, Automatic ...3-28 Driving Cold weather driving ...5-28 Driving with navigation system...
... ...8-9 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...2-5 Corrosion protection ...7-6 Cruise control ...5-19 Cup holders ...2-40, 2-41 D Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-33 Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch...2-29 Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player ...4-84 Dimensions and weights ...9-8 Dimmer switch for instrument panel ...2-33 Display controls (see control panel buttons) ...4-4, 4-16 Distance to empty ...4-7, 4-21 Door locks ...3-4 Drive belt ...8-17 Drive positioner, Automatic ...3-28 Driving Cold weather driving ...5-28 Driving with navigation system...