2015 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 495

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 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. TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART U.S. and Canada Maximum Towing Capacity*1 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) Maximum Tongue Load 500 lb. (227 kg) Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 10,000 lb. (4, 536 kg) *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. 9-20 Technical and consumer information