2014 Nissan Sentra Towing Guide
2014 Nissan Sentra Manual
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9 2014 NISSAN TOWING GUIDE The 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide provides information for currently available 2014 NISSAN vehicles. This publication will be amended as new vehicles are introduced. Table of Commitment _____25 For important safety warnings, please read and follow your vehicle owner's manual. - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 2
See your vehicle owner's manual for details. NEVER GUIDE BEFORE YOU TOW This guide was designed to provide an overview of safe towing practices. Here, you will find information on towing equipment, safety, proper loading and driving techniques, towing tips, and much more. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 3
NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment before you equip your NISSAN vehicle for towing. Finally, there are state and local laws on towing that you should review for your NISSAN vehicle. When renting, make sure you have your vehicle owner's manual on 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 4
its body structure/frame when installing the hitch. Altering the brakes or structure on a vehicle could increase the likelihood of a crash. * Refer to your owner's manual for the equipment class information specific to your vehicle. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 3 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 5
Changing instructions support NISSAN bolt-on receiver hitches are designed specifically for NISSAN vehicles and include the necessary reinforcements, with ample clearance around bumpers, frame members, etc. These hitches allow for the removal of the ball mount when not towing. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 6
. Follow the instructions provided by the NISSAN vehicle because using it may result in the trailer separating from the towing vehicle. Use of this type of hitch can also damage the towing vehicle. WARNING-, if the trailer separates from the vehicle, it could cause a crash. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 7
be purchased from a professional supplier of towing equipment. At this time, Titan is the only NISSAN vehicle approved for 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer towing. A 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch is on most trailer Ball Mount Hitch Ball 1 5th Wheel Hitch Gooseneck Hitch 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 6 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 8
a significant effect on the handling and capacity of the tow vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to view the maximum conventional trailer tongue load listed for your vehicle. Remember to keep the trailer chains/cables to drag on the ground. 1 7 OK Not OK 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 7 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 9
use the breakaway switch to "park" the trailer on a grade. The battery would eventually discharge and release the brake, allowing the trailer to roll. Be sure to leave enough slack in the tether on the adapter will be needed to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 10
equipment for electric trailer brake controller availability. * Contact a NISSAN dealer or a professional supplier of towing equipment for information on trailers equipped with electric brakes and for Genuine NISSAN jumper harness availability for your specific vehicle. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 11
, so more frequent maintenance is called for. Your NISSAN Service & Maintenance Guide provides the accelerated maintenance schedule for towing purposes. Engine oil, filter, transmission oil, and possibly other fluids should be changed more frequently when towing. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 10 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 12
normally in the vehicle when towing a trailer. The GVW you come up with must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for your vehicle. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 13
EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. SEE OWNERS MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TIRES PSI TIRES PSI TYPE: TRUCK MODEL: COLOR TRIM 3B000 TRANS your vehicle. On NISSAN vehicles, the GAWR for both axles is listed on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 12 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 14
not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) for your vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to view the maximum GCWR specification listed for your vehicle. TRAILER TONGUE/KING PIN LOAD The amount the limits of the maximum trailer tongue load allowable. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 13 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 15
to your vehicle owner's manual to view the maximum conventional manual and on the tire pressure chart located in the vehicle. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating, and inflation pressure must be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer's specifications. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 16
often when on the road. See your vehicle owner's manual for details. LOADING YOUR TRAILER WARNING- Taking the time vehicle handling. Careful loading and balancing can help eliminate these problems. As mentioned earlier, conventional trailer tongue load must fall between 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 17
and within the towing capacity limits of your vehicle, discontinue towing and consult your NISSAN dealer or trailer manufacturer to determine the cause. VEHICLE SPEED Please note that some . This could result in carbon monoxide poisoning from the engine exhaust. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 18
, transmission oil, and coolant should always be checked before starting out. Finding a potential problem while in your driveway is better than discovering it miles from home. TOWING TIPS/ CAUTIONS your tow vehicle. Plan ahead and make lane changes and turns smoothly. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 17 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 19
out of control. If equipped with an electric trailer brake controller, follow the recommended operational instructions. PASS CAREFULLY As mentioned in the introduction to this section, because of the added weight the trailer. The trailer will go in the same direction 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 18 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 20
trailers that obstruct your rearward vision, have someone outside the vehicle act as a "spotter" to guide you along. PARK SMART A tow vehicle and trailer can be an unwieldy combination in a small or avoid up and down shifts, manually shift to a lower gear as needed. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 19 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 21
road, out of traffic. Apply the parking brake and move the gearshift lever to NEUTRAL (manual) or PARK (automatic). DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE. 2. Turn off the air conditioning and your vehicle owner's manual for additional indications that your vehicle may be overheating. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 20 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 22
go to the nearest NISSAN dealer. See the IN CASE OF EMERGENCY section of your vehicle owner's manual for additional information on overheating. NOTES - All NISSAN vehicles have an engine protection are required for use with trailer brakes (available separately). 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 21 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 23
tow weight, road grades, and weather conditions, including high temperatures. See your vehicle owner's manual for details. TOWING GLOSSARY 5TH WHEEL HITCH BALL MOUNT Located just forward of the rear axle RATING (GCWR) GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) KING PIN LOAD 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 22 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 24
's electrical system to the trailer's system. RECEIVER HITCH SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 23 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 25
are covered by their own 1-year/12,000-mile Limited Warranty. 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 nearest NISSAN dealer. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide 24 - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 26
owner's manual for more details. COMMITMENT At NISSAN, our NISSAN dealer locations or for more information on this and other NISSAN products, call 1-800-239-8810. Or, call 1-800-NISSAN-1 for answers to product-related issues and solutions to your transportation needs. 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide - 2014 Nissan Sentra | Towing Guide - Page 27
particular models and equipment may vary. NISSAN North America, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time, without prior NISSAN dealer. NISSAN, the NISSAN Brand Symbol, "Innovation that excites" slogan, and NISSAN Model Name(s) are NISSAN trademarks. Publication: January 2013 © 2014 Guide
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NISSAN TOWING GUIDE
Table of Contents
Introduction
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Towing Equipment
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What Is Right for You
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Preparing Your Vehicle
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Towing Safety
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Towing Tips
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Towing Glossary
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Protection
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Commitment
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The 2014 NISSAN Towing Guide provides information for currently available 2014
NISSAN vehicles. This publication will be amended as new vehicles are introduced.
For important safety warnings, please read and follow your vehicle owner’s manual.