2015 Nissan Pathfinder Towing Guide
2015 Nissan Pathfinder Manual
2015 Nissan Pathfinder manual content summary:
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9 2015 NISSAN TOWING GUIDE The 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide provides information for currently available 2015 NISSAN vehicles. This publication will be amended as new vehicles Protection _____24 Commitment _____25 For important safety warnings, please read and follow your vehicle owner's manual. - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 2
vehicle to vehicle. See the towing information in your vehicle owner's manual to confirm whether your NISSAN vehicle can be used to tow and capacity on those few occasions when you do tow. READ THIS GUIDE BEFORE YOU TOW This guide was designed to provide an overview of safe towing practices. Here - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 3
proper towing equipment for your NISSAN vehicle. When renting, make sure you have your vehicle owner's manual on hand so that you can reference the towing capacities for your specific vehicle. Make certain that vehicle to help avoid personal injury or property damage. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 2 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 4
manual for detailed information regarding the towing capacity of your specific vehicle. Your vehicle owner's manual your vehicle's towing capacity as specified in the vehicle owner's manual. In addition, you should purchase the right type, style owner's manual for the equipment class information specific to - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 5
be securely attached to the frame or underbody, according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never attach a hitch or towing device to the vehicle axle housing bumper designed to accommodate a hitch ball. The bumper must support the trailer Tongue weight all by itself. Fixed ball mount Guide 4 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 6
, hitch, or trailer manufacturer to determine if and how this can be done. Follow the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer for installing and using the weight-distributing hitch system. 5 Clamp-On this type of hitch can also damage the towing vehicle. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 5 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 7
hitch ball. Like ball mounts, hitch balls are available in a number of weight capacities and sizes. Most hitch balls have the size 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide Ball Mount Hitch Ball 1 5th Wheel Hitch Gooseneck Hitch 6 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 8
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. Trailer tongue weight is the binding; however, note that excessive slack 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 1 7 OK Not OK 7 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 9
the optional trailer tow package are equipped with a 7-pin trailer harness connector. A NISSAN 7-pin tow harness kit is available from your dealer. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 8 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 10
of an aftermarket trailer brake controller. For adjustment specifications, refer to the manufacturer's instructions of the brake controller being installed. For your convenience, Armada, Frontier, Pathfinder, NISSAN jumper harness availability for your specific vehicle. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 9 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 11
that towing places higher demands and added loads on vehicle components, so more frequent maintenance is called for. Your NISSAN Service & Maintenance Guide provides the accelerated maintenance schedule for towing purposes. Engine oil, filter, transmission fluid, and possibly other fluids should be - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 12
vehicle when towing a trailer. The GVW you come up with must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for your vehicle. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 11 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 13
FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN 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 AXLE for both axles is listed on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 12 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 14
must 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 of limits of the maximum trailer tongue load allowable. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 13 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 15
available for the trailer tongue load. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to view the maximum conventional trailer tongue load listed for your vehicle tire specification. You will find these figures in the vehicle owner's manual and on the tire pressure chart located in the vehicle. Trailer tire - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 16
result in a serious accident and personal injury. Careful loading and balancing can help eliminate these problems. As mentioned earlier, conventional trailer tongue load must fall between 10-15% of the total trailer the proper tongue/king pin load ratio is achieved. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 15 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 17
, trailers may allow fumes from the tow vehicle to leak inside. This could result in carbon monoxide poisoning from the engine exhaust. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 16 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 18
not necessary for towing within the limits described in this guide. These changes may diminish the reliability and longevity of your engine oil, transmission oil, and coolant before starting out. Finding a potential problem while in your driveway is better than discovering it miles from home. TOWING - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 19
serious injury. 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 that the trailer safely clears the inside of the turn. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 18 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 20
should be done only at very slow speeds. For large 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 area, so always try to park where you will have - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 21
owner's manual for additional To maintain speed or avoid up and down shifts, manually shift to a lower gear as needed. The equipped with Tow Mode, see your vehicle owner's manual for information about the use of this function. manual) or PARK (automatic). DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE. 2015 NISSAN Towing - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 22
. At this point, if repairs are required, 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 mode, which helps reduce the chance of engine damage if the - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | 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 centerline GCWR) GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) KING PIN LOAD 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 22 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 24
the trailer's system. RECEIVER HITCH SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES SURGE BRAKES TRAILER TONGUE/COUPLER TRAILER TONGUE LOAD WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 23 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 25
your NISSAN dealer for specific details. * For complete warranty details, read the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet or see your nearest NISSAN dealer. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 24 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 26
restraints, booster seats, or seat belts, according to their size. See your vehicle owner's manual for more details. COMMITMENT At NISSAN, our commitment to your satisfaction extends well beyond building a -related issues and solutions to your transportation needs. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide 25 - 2015 Nissan Pathfinder | Towing Guide - Page 27
product information available at the time of publication. Please see your Owner's Manual for important safety information and system operation limitations. NISSAN North America, Inc Name(s) are NISSAN trademarks. 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide Publication: August 2014 © 2014 NISSAN North America, Inc. 26
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NISSAN TOWING GUIDE
Table of Contents
Introduction
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1
Towing Equipment
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What Is Right for You
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3
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 2015 NISSAN Towing Guide provides information for currently available 2015
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.