2004 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 272
2004 Nissan Xterra Manual
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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART Unit: lbs (kg) Engine Model Transmission Maxiumum Trailer Weight*1 Maximum Tongue Load Gross Combined Weight Rating Recommended Equipment*2 KA24DE (4 cyl) 2WD M/T 3,500 (1,588) 350 (159) 7,700 (3,492) Sway Control Device M/T 3,500 (1,588) 350 (159) 8,000 (3,628) Sway Control Device 2WD A/T 5,000 (2,268) 500 (227) 9,500 (4,309) Sway Control Device M/T 3,500 (1,588) 350 (159) 8,000 (3,628) Sway Control Device VG33E/VG33ER (V6) 4WD A/T 5,000 (2,268) 500 (227) 9,500 (4,309) Sway Control Device *1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg). *2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN. See a professional trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control device for your trailer. M/T = Manual Transmission A/T = Automatic Transmission 2WD = 2-wheel drive 4WD = 4-wheel drive 9-18 Technical and consumer information