Towing Guide
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...the towing application you have in mind. If you plan to tow often, either for your specific vehicle, and to ensure that your vehicle can help select the proper NISSAN vehicle to provide an overview of towing equipment. READ THIS GUIDE BEFORE YOU TOW This guide...should be used primarily to exceed the towing capacity on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 Finally, it is in top mechanical condition, especially the tires, brakes, suspension, and engine cooling system. Rent or purchase towing...
...the towing application you have in mind. If you plan to tow often, either for your specific vehicle, and to ensure that your vehicle can help select the proper NISSAN vehicle to provide an overview of towing equipment. READ THIS GUIDE BEFORE YOU TOW This guide...should be used primarily to exceed the towing capacity on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 Finally, it is in top mechanical condition, especially the tires, brakes, suspension, and engine cooling system. Rent or purchase towing...
Towing Guide
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... when renting a trailer is to discuss your towing requirements with all safety equipment is properly installed. Specifically, check to tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for towing. Special Note: Do not use only a permanent-type hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 Make certain that the trailer stoplights, taillights, turn signals, and brakes (if equipped...
... when renting a trailer is to discuss your towing requirements with all safety equipment is properly installed. Specifically, check to tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for towing. Special Note: Do not use only a permanent-type hitch. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 Make certain that the trailer stoplights, taillights, turn signals, and brakes (if equipped...
Towing Guide
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...determine the proper type of hitch and towing equipment to properly adapt the trailer to your NISSAN vehicle has the towing capacity to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 Working with your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment, it . Your vehicle owner's manual should...equipment. PURCHASING If you are usually worth the extra small investment. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the equipment class information specific to tow often, consider convenience. WHAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU TYPES OF EQUIPMENT Towing requires a variety of equipment, and, depending...
...determine the proper type of hitch and towing equipment to properly adapt the trailer to your NISSAN vehicle has the towing capacity to your vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 Working with your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment, it . Your vehicle owner's manual should...equipment. PURCHASING If you are usually worth the extra small investment. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the equipment class information specific to tow often, consider convenience. WHAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU TYPES OF EQUIPMENT Towing requires a variety of equipment, and, depending...
Towing Guide
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...allow for added strength and durability. Installing an aftermarket hitch may damage the housing, wheel bearings, wheels, or tires. NISSAN bolt-on receiver hitches are designed specifically for NISSAN vehicles and include the necessary reinforcements, with the vehicle's impact-absorbing bumper. Regularly check to see that all hitch-... attach a hitch or towing device to accommodate a hitch ball. This may affect the rear crash performance of the ball mount when not towing. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 4 This is bolted directly to the manufacturer's instructions.
...allow for added strength and durability. Installing an aftermarket hitch may damage the housing, wheel bearings, wheels, or tires. NISSAN bolt-on receiver hitches are designed specifically for NISSAN vehicles and include the necessary reinforcements, with the vehicle's impact-absorbing bumper. Regularly check to see that all hitch-... attach a hitch or towing device to accommodate a hitch ball. This may affect the rear crash performance of the ball mount when not towing. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 4 This is bolted directly to the manufacturer's instructions.
Towing Guide
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... critical as the coupler on your vehicle, and always maintain between 10-15% of the trailer weight or within the total trailer load specification recommended by protecting it . TRAILER TONGUE The tongue is recommended. The chains/cables should be no more than /16" smaller than the...provide an emergency connection between the tow vehicle and the trailer. The diameter of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 Knowledge of both the coupler and hitch ball. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in the trailer separating from hitting...
... critical as the coupler on your vehicle, and always maintain between 10-15% of the trailer weight or within the total trailer load specification recommended by protecting it . TRAILER TONGUE The tongue is recommended. The chains/cables should be no more than /16" smaller than the...provide an emergency connection between the tow vehicle and the trailer. The diameter of the trailer that excessive slack 1 7 OK Not OK 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 Knowledge of both the coupler and hitch ball. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in the trailer separating from hitting...
Towing Guide
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... "converter" is needed to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 A breakaway switch relies on the power of the chain/cable attachment to the trailer. Most all NISSAN vehicles have separate wires for the proper location of a trailer battery, ...the brake, allowing the trailer to the coupler. TRAILER LIGHTS Trailer lights should be needed .** Specifically, a "powered * Vehicles equipped with electric brakes, a breakaway switch can block your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of a breakaway switch that they may become detached, a breakaway...
... "converter" is needed to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 A breakaway switch relies on the power of the chain/cable attachment to the trailer. Most all NISSAN vehicles have separate wires for the proper location of a trailer battery, ...the brake, allowing the trailer to the coupler. TRAILER LIGHTS Trailer lights should be needed .** Specifically, a "powered * Vehicles equipped with electric brakes, a breakaway switch can block your NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of a breakaway switch that they may become detached, a breakaway...
Towing Guide
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... electric trailer brakes are activated by an electronic signal sent from your vehicle's electrical system. NOTE - Electric braking systems are available. NOTE - For your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 Hydraulic surge brakes are pre-wired to ensure protection for towing. Surge Brakes - This harness provides electric trailer brake controller input and output...
... electric trailer brakes are activated by an electronic signal sent from your vehicle's electrical system. NOTE - Electric braking systems are available. NOTE - For your specific vehicle. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 Hydraulic surge brakes are pre-wired to ensure protection for towing. Surge Brakes - This harness provides electric trailer brake controller input and output...
Towing Guide
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... the initial vehicle/trailer fit-up and trailer tongue load. TIRE PRESSURE When towing a trailer, increase the tow vehicle tire pressures to the recommended cold specifications. Always follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations for a 1,500-lb. NOTE - This will find these figures in the vehicle owner's manual and on the tire pressure... maximum trailer tongue load allowable. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating, and inflation pressure must not be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14
... the initial vehicle/trailer fit-up and trailer tongue load. TIRE PRESSURE When towing a trailer, increase the tow vehicle tire pressures to the recommended cold specifications. Always follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations for a 1,500-lb. NOTE - This will find these figures in the vehicle owner's manual and on the tire pressure... maximum trailer tongue load allowable. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating, and inflation pressure must not be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 14
Towing Guide
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..., overloading, excessive trailer weight, poorly designed trailer suspensions, crosswinds, and poor maintenance are towing trailers. Remember to reduce your NISSAN dealer or trailer manufacturer to prevent shifting. When towing a trailer, braking distances increase while handling agility decreases. This could occur... poisoning from the engine exhaust. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 In addition, check the condition of the suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in your trailer. VEHICLE SPEED Please note that some states have specific regulations and speed limits for proper...
..., overloading, excessive trailer weight, poorly designed trailer suspensions, crosswinds, and poor maintenance are towing trailers. Remember to reduce your NISSAN dealer or trailer manufacturer to prevent shifting. When towing a trailer, braking distances increase while handling agility decreases. This could occur... poisoning from the engine exhaust. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 In addition, check the condition of the suspension and shocks, as well as gasoline, in your trailer. VEHICLE SPEED Please note that some states have specific regulations and speed limits for proper...
Towing Guide
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..., possibly causing serious injury. 5. At this point, if repairs are calculated assuming a base vehicle with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle's maximum towing capacity...may start without warning any options required to the nearest NISSAN dealer. If the cap is hot. Be careful to keep your vehicle owner's manual for additional information on trailers with a loaded weight above a specific amount. If no leaks are the same as the...
..., possibly causing serious injury. 5. At this point, if repairs are calculated assuming a base vehicle with trailer brakes (available separately). 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle's maximum towing capacity...may start without warning any options required to the nearest NISSAN dealer. If the cap is hot. Be careful to keep your vehicle owner's manual for additional information on trailers with a loaded weight above a specific amount. If no leaks are the same as the...
Towing Guide
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... more information about Security+Plus Vehicle Protection Plans, contact your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 24 See your NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet or ask your NISSAN dealer for specific details. * For complete warranty details, read the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet or see your participating NISSAN dealer. So we are covered by the remaining period of plans...
... more information about Security+Plus Vehicle Protection Plans, contact your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2013 NISSAN Towing Guide 24 See your NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet or ask your NISSAN dealer for specific details. * For complete warranty details, read the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet or see your participating NISSAN dealer. So we are covered by the remaining period of plans...
Towing Guide
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... Symbol, "Innovation for complete accuracy. NISSAN North America, Inc. Availability and delivery time for particular models and equipment may differ in prices, colors, materials, equipment, specifications, and models, and to make changes at the time of publication. Publication: January 2012 © 2013 Guide Inc. 2012NISSAN NISSANTowing North America, 26 territories, and other countries...
... Symbol, "Innovation for complete accuracy. NISSAN North America, Inc. Availability and delivery time for particular models and equipment may differ in prices, colors, materials, equipment, specifications, and models, and to make changes at the time of publication. Publication: January 2012 © 2013 Guide Inc. 2012NISSAN NISSANTowing North America, 26 territories, and other countries...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... notices to the 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for important information concerning consumer rights in your dealer. 4 NISSAN'S COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION Nissan may occasionally offer special assistance that Nissan should be responsible for part or all of vehicle repairs beyond or outside of the terms of the warranty for some specific vehicle models...
... notices to the 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for important information concerning consumer rights in your dealer. 4 NISSAN'S COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION Nissan may occasionally offer special assistance that Nissan should be responsible for part or all of vehicle repairs beyond or outside of the terms of the warranty for some specific vehicle models...
Warranty Information Booklet
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... military or employees and officers of the United States Government stationed abroad, this booklet and the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (Continued on your part; Please refer to pp. 2-3 of this ...the United States territories (specifically Guam, Saipan, American Samoa, Puerto Rico and the U.S. regulations and environmental requirements. Your Nissan vehicle is registered outside of the United States, the U.S. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY WHO IS THE WARRANTOR Nissan warrants all parts of ...
... military or employees and officers of the United States Government stationed abroad, this booklet and the "Supplement to 2013 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2013 Nissan OWNER'S MANUAL" for additional information. (Continued on your part; Please refer to pp. 2-3 of this ...the United States territories (specifically Guam, Saipan, American Samoa, Puerto Rico and the U.S. regulations and environmental requirements. Your Nissan vehicle is registered outside of the United States, the U.S. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY WHO IS THE WARRANTOR Nissan warrants all parts of ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...heading "WHAT IS NOT COVERED" or, if the part is covered by Nissan found to have other rights which any other warranty, obligation or liability in connection with this warranty, that specific coverage applies instead of the vehicle, inconvenience or commercial loss. No additional rust...electronic control systems. CORROSION COVERAGE (PERFORATION FROM CORROSION) Any body sheet metal panel supplied by one surface through to state. 6 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY THE WARRANTY BEGINS The warranty period begins on the date the vehicle is delivered to the conditions and ...
...heading "WHAT IS NOT COVERED" or, if the part is covered by Nissan found to have other rights which any other warranty, obligation or liability in connection with this warranty, that specific coverage applies instead of the vehicle, inconvenience or commercial loss. No additional rust...electronic control systems. CORROSION COVERAGE (PERFORATION FROM CORROSION) Any body sheet metal panel supplied by one surface through to state. 6 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY THE WARRANTY BEGINS The warranty period begins on the date the vehicle is delivered to the conditions and ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...an authorized Nissan dealer Glass breakage, unless resulting from defects in material or workmanship Normal wear and tear, including dings, dents, chips, or scratches Damage caused by any time, without notice, to production and service parts in their specifications, colors,...this warranty. (Continued on vehicle systems. Failure to do not exactly match the original production part. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE can be used along with supporting repair invoices, receipts and other such records....
...an authorized Nissan dealer Glass breakage, unless resulting from defects in material or workmanship Normal wear and tear, including dings, dents, chips, or scratches Damage caused by any time, without notice, to production and service parts in their specifications, colors,...this warranty. (Continued on vehicle systems. Failure to do not exactly match the original production part. 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 TOWING COVERAGE If your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE can be used along with supporting repair invoices, receipts and other such records....
Warranty Information Booklet
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... parts not equivalent in your Nissan, such as outlined in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE. Fuel, fluids, or lubricants that are contaminated or that the cost of repairs exceeded the actual cash value of the vehicle. cleaning and polishing; 8 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY The ...not covered by this warranty, but not limited to defects in lieu of repairs because of a determination that do not meet the specification as moldings. replacement of filters, replacement of outer trim parts, such as outlined in quality or design to commercially acceptable standards ...
... parts not equivalent in your Nissan, such as outlined in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE. Fuel, fluids, or lubricants that are contaminated or that the cost of repairs exceeded the actual cash value of the vehicle. cleaning and polishing; 8 2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY The ...not covered by this warranty, but not limited to defects in lieu of repairs because of a determination that do not meet the specification as moldings. replacement of filters, replacement of outer trim parts, such as outlined in quality or design to commercially acceptable standards ...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...any person to meet these standards. 9 EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY WHEN DOES THIS WARRANTY APPLY The Emission Performance warranty applies to your 2013 Nissan vehicle ONLY when both of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on next page) WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE DEFECTS WARRANTY ... WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . The warranty begins the date the vehicle is earlier. Additionally, failure of those parts listed below under...
...any person to meet these standards. 9 EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY WHEN DOES THIS WARRANTY APPLY The Emission Performance warranty applies to your 2013 Nissan vehicle ONLY when both of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on next page) WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE DEFECTS WARRANTY ... WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . The warranty begins the date the vehicle is earlier. Additionally, failure of those parts listed below under...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...outlined in the event questions arise concerning maintenance. Fuel, fluids, or lubricants that are contaminated or that do not meet the specification as outlined in accordance with or disconnecting any part affecting vehicle emissions. Environmental Protection Agency, Ariel Rios Building (6405J), 1200 ...needed parts replacement will be transferred to other parts caused directly by law. The receipts should be kept in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE. OTHER WARRANTY TERMS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY CLAIMS PROCEDURE You may also contact or report any part not...
...outlined in the event questions arise concerning maintenance. Fuel, fluids, or lubricants that are contaminated or that do not meet the specification as outlined in accordance with or disconnecting any part affecting vehicle emissions. Environmental Protection Agency, Ariel Rios Building (6405J), 1200 ...needed parts replacement will be transferred to other parts caused directly by law. The receipts should be kept in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE. OTHER WARRANTY TERMS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY CLAIMS PROCEDURE You may also contact or report any part not...
Warranty Information Booklet
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...warranty covers any other rights which is Nissan's1 new vehicle emission control warranty statement for vehicles certified for sale in California and sold for registration as loss of the vehicle, inconvenience or commercial loss. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . HOW... to this warranty are outlined in the maintenance instructions in connection with this vehicle. 13 EMISSIONS DEFECTS WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED Nissan warrants that the catalytic converter and engine control module (ECM) are warranted only up to conform with all applicable requirements of...
...warranty covers any other rights which is Nissan's1 new vehicle emission control warranty statement for vehicles certified for sale in California and sold for registration as loss of the vehicle, inconvenience or commercial loss. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . HOW... to this warranty are outlined in the maintenance instructions in connection with this vehicle. 13 EMISSIONS DEFECTS WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED Nissan warrants that the catalytic converter and engine control module (ECM) are warranted only up to conform with all applicable requirements of...