2012 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual - Page 354

TOWING A TRAILER GUID-6E94EE6F-56CB-48E7-B357-BC00A3528549 WARNING Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance and may lead to accidents. guide includes information on trailer towing capability and the special equipment required for proper towing. MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS GUID-95037A34-60C5-433B-A9E7-A5C73E63EA40 Maximum trailer loads GUID-FCEF4CF4-ACB1-4803-8234-31949C25EEFC Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the "Towing Load/Specification" chart. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. . When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lbs (454 kg) or more, trailers with a brake system MUST be used. The maximum GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) should not exceed the value specified in the following "Towing Load/Specification" chart. CAUTION . Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. For the first 500 miles (800 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. STI0541 . The GCWR equals the combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) plus the total trailer load. Towing loads greater than these or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance. 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 on very steep grades or for low traction situations (for example, on slippery boat ramps). Temperature conditions can also affect towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer in high Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Remember that towing a trailer places additional loads on your vehicle's engine, drivetrain, steering, braking and other systems. A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available on the website at www.nissanusa.com. This 9-16 Technical and consumer information