2011 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 319

● Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) from "Towing Load/Specification" chart 9,658 lb. (4380 kg). ● Maximum Trailer towing capacity from "Towing Load/Specification" chart - 5,000 lb. (2268 kg). 5,400 lb. (2449 kg) - 4,900 lb. (2222 kg) = 500 lb. (226 kg) GVWR GVW Available for tongue weight GCWR GVW Capacity available for towing trailer tongue load specification recommended by the trailer manufacturer. If the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to obtain the proper tongue load. Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight specification shown in the "Towing load/specification" chart even if the calculated available tongue weight is greater than 15%. If the calculated tongue weight is less than 10% , reduce the total trailer weight to match the available tongue weight. Always verify that available capacities are within the required ratings. example, a trailer that is 8 feet wide by 6 feet tall has a trailer frontal area of 48 square feet. TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION US & CAN Maximum Towing Capacity*1, *2 Maximum Tongue Load Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum trailer frontal area 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) 500 lb. (227 kg) 9,660 lb. (4,380 kg) 60 sq ft (5.52 sq meters) 9,658 lb. (4380 kg) - 4,900 lb. (2222 kg) = 4,758 lb. (2158 kg) Trailer frontal area CAUTION Exceeding the maximum trailer frontal area specification may exceed the towing capacity of the vehicle. This may affect the towing performance and lead to vehicle damage. The trailer frontal area affects the towing load of a trailer. The frontal area is the total area of the vehicle and trailer that is affected by air resistance while towing. Do not exceed the maximum trailer frontal area specification shown in the Towing Load/Specification" chart. The frontal area can be determined by multiplying the width of the trailer by the height of the trailer. For 500 lb. (226 kg) Available tongue weight / 4,758 lb. (1994 kg) = Available capacity 10 % tongue weight *1: The towing capacity values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle's maximum towing capacity. *2: Use of a weight-distributing hitch system is recommended when towing over 5,000 lbs. The available towing capacity may be less than the maximum towing capacity due to the passenger and cargo load in the vehicle. Remember to keep trailer tongue weight between 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or within the 9-22 Technical and consumer information