2004 Nissan Titan Owner's Manual - Page 299

WARNING ● Properly install and tighten the tiedown cleats into the Utili-track™ channel system. Failure to properly install the tie-down cleats can cause the cargo to become unsecured. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. The Utili-track™ channel system allows you to move tie-down clamps in the bed to the best location to secure a load. The tie-down cleats must be installed so the clamp is properly seated in the notches in the rail. If the tie-down cleat is not seated in the notches, it will not be flush with the rail and cannot be properly tightened. The bolt in the center of the cleat must be tightened hand tight (20 - 40 inch pounds) Check the tightness of the tie-down cleat periodically during a trip to make sure the center bolt has not become loose. Install the tie-down cleat as follows: 1. Remove the channel protectors by sliding them out the back of the truck bed. Properly store the channel protectors. 2. Loosen the center bolt completely. LTI0103 3. Insert the cleat into the channel perpendicular to the channel as shown. Then rotate the cleat clockwise 90° and slide it to the desired location. Technical and consumer information 9-15