2004 Nissan Maxima Owner's Manual - Page 260

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the plastic bag: ● License plate bracket ● License plate bracket screws x 2 ● License plate screws x 2 ● Screw grommets x 2 1. Make a shallow hole in the bumper fascia at the location marks (small dimples) using a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill. To avoid damaging the area behind the fascia, apply only light pressure to the drill. 2. Insert the grommets into the holes in the bumper fascia. 3. Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the grommet hole to turn the threaded part of the grommet 90°. 4. Mount the license plate bracket using the two longer screws. 5. Use the two shorter hex head screws to mount the license plate to the license plate bracket. ● GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maximum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle. WARNING ● It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. ● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. ● Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. DETERMINING VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY The load capacity of this vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. For example, a luggage rack, bike carrier, cartop carrier or similar equipment does not increase load carrying capacity of your vehicle. To determine vehicle load capacity: Vehicle weight can be determined by using a commercial-grade scale, found at places such as a truck stop, gravel quarry, grain elevator, or a scrap metal recycling facility. 1. Determine the curb weight of your vehicle. 2. Compare the curb weight amount to the GVWR specified for your vehicle to determine how much more weight your vehicle can carry. TERMS It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before loading your vehicle: ● Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle) - vehicle weight including: standard and optional equipment, fluids, emergency tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight does not include passengers and cargo. ● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. ● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) maximum total weight (load) limit specified for the vehicle. 9-12 Technical and consumer information