Nissan Frontier (2023 year). Manual in english — page 33

WARNING

•

It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside a ve-
hicle. In a collision, people rid-
ing 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 ve-
hicle is in a seat and using a
seat belt properly.

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 Rat-

ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle,
passengers, cargo, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other op-
tional equipment. This information
is

located

on

the

F.M.V.S.S./

C.M.V.S.S. certification label.

• GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -

maximum weight (load) limit speci-
fied for the front or rear axle. This
information

is

located

on

the

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.

• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight

Rating)

-

The

maximum

total

weight rating of the vehicle, pas-
sengers, cargo, and trailer.

• Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,

Total load capacity - maximum to-
tal weight limit specified of the load
(passengers and cargo) for the ve-
hicle. This is the maximum com-
bined weight of occupants and
cargo that can be loaded into the
vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow
a trailer, the trailer tongue weight
must be included as part of the
cargo load. This information is lo-
cated on the Tire and Loading In-
formation label.

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• Cargo

capacity

-

permissible

weight of cargo, the subtracted
weight of occupants from the load
limit.

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY

Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm that you do not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
or the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) for your vehicle. Both the
GVWR and GAWR are located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
For additional information, see “Mea-
surement of weights” (P. 10-25).

Do not exceed the load limit of your
vehicle shown as “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo” on
the Tire and Loading Information la-
bel. Do not exceed the number of
occupants shown as “Seating Ca-
pacity” on the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label.

To get “the combined weight of oc-
cupants and cargo”, add the weight
of all occupants, then add the total
cargo weight. Examples are shown
in the following illustration.

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Steps For Determining Correct
Load Limit

1. Locate the statement “The com-

bined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg
or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.

2. Determine the combined weight

of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of

the driver and passengers from
XXX kg. or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals the

available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For ex-
ample, if the “XXX” amount equals
1400 lbs. and there will be five 150
lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5 X 150) = 650 lbs.)

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5. Determine the combined weight

of

luggage

and

cargo

being

loaded on the vehicle. That weight
may not safely exceed the avail-
able cargo and luggage load ca-
pacity calculated in step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a

trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Con-
sult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
of your vehicle.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm that you do not exceed the
GVWR or the GAWR for your vehicle.
For additional information, see “Mea-
surement of weights” (P. 10-25).

Also check tires for proper inflation
pressures. For additional informa-
tion, see “Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label” (P. 8-34).

SECURING THE LOAD

For your convenience, tie down hooks (if so
equipped) are placed at each corner of the
truck box. These may be used to help se-
cure cargo loaded into the truck box.

WARNING

•

Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from slid-
ing or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sud-
den stop or collision, unsecured
cargo could cause personal injury.

•

Do not load your vehicle any heavier
than the GVWR or the maximum front
and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of
your vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change the way
your vehicle handles. This could re-
sult in loss of control and cause per-
sonal injury.

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UTILI-TRACK® CHANNEL SYSTEM
(if so equipped)

1. Side channels

2. Header channel

WARNING

•

Properly install and tighten the tie-
down cleats into the Utili-track®
channel system. Also, do not attach
any rope or straps directly to the
channel. Failure to properly install
the tie-down cleats or attaching
ropes or straps directly to the chan-
nel can cause the cargo to become
unsecured. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.

•

Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from slid-
ing or shifting. In a sudden stop or
collision,

unsecured

cargo

could

cause personal injury.

The Utili-track® channel system allows you
to move tie-down clamps in the bed to the
best location to secure a load.

The tie-down cleats must be installed so
the clamp is properly seated in the notches
in the rail. If the tie-down cleat is not seated
in the notches, it will not be flush with the
rail and cannot be properly tightened.
The bolt in the center of the cleat must be
tightened hand tight 20 – 40 in-lbs. (2.27 -
4.6 N·m).

Check the tightness of the tie-down cleat
periodically during a trip to make sure the
center bolt has not become loose.

Install the tie-down cleat as follows:

1. Remove the side channels by sliding

them out the back of the truck bed.
Properly store the side channels.

2. Loosen the center bolt completely.

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3. Insert the cleat into the channel perpen-

dicular to the channel as shown. Then
rotate the cleat clockwise 90° and slide it
to the desired location.

4. Position the cleat so the nubs on the

bottom fully seat into the channel
detents.

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5. There should be no gap between the

bottom of the cleat and the top of the
channel. Tighten the center bolt hand
tight 20-40 in-lbs. (2.27 - 4.6 N·m).

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CAUTION

•

Install only one cleat per section of
channel.

•

Applying loads at angles to the cleats
greater than 45° or loads greater
than 150 lbs. (204 N·m). (header and
floor channels) or 200 lbs. (271 N·m).
(side channels) may cause damage
to the channel or bed.

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WARNING

Do not install accessories over the gap
between the front and rear side chan-
nels. Doing this could affect the rear
structure in certain rear impacts, which
could result in serious injury.

LOADING TIPS

• The GVW must not exceed GVWR or

GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S./
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.

• Do not load the front and rear axle

to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed
the GVWR.

WARNING

•

Properly secure all cargo with
ropes or straps to help prevent
it from sliding or shifting. Do
not place cargo higher than the
seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
collision,

unsecured

cargo

could cause personal injury.

•

Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum

front

and

rear

GAWRs. If you do, parts of your
vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change
the way your vehicle handles.
This could result in loss of con-
trol and cause personal injury.

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•

Overloading

not

only

can

shorten the life of your vehicle
and the tire, but can also cause
unsafe vehicle handling and
longer braking distances. This
may cause a premature tire
failure which could result in a
serious accident and personal
injury. Failures caused by over-
loading are not covered by the
vehicle’s warranty.

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS

Secure

loose

items

to

prevent

weight shifts that could affect the
balance of your vehicle. When the ve-
hicle is loaded, drive to a scale and
weigh the front and the rear wheels
separately to determine axle loads.
Individual axle loads should not ex-
ceed either of the Gross Axle Weight
Ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle
loads should not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). These
ratings are given on the vehicle cer-
tification label. If weight ratings are
exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.

Do not use a slide-in camper with your
vehicle.

SPECIAL BODY VEHICLES

Some vehicles are equipped with commer-
cial or camper bodies. However, this Own-
er's Manual does not cover these options.
For additional information, refer to the
body manufacturer's instruction manual.

TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING
INFORMATION

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LOCATION FOR CENTER OF
GRAVITY

The

illustration

indicates

the

recom-

mended cargo center of gravity location.

King Cab®:

Short

wheel

base

models

without

bedliner/tailgate liner,

L1 = 41.1 in (1,045 mm)

Short wheel base models with bed liner/
tailgate liner (SV/PRO-4X with comfort and
convenience package),

L1 = 40.5 in (1,028 mm)

Crew Cab:

Short

wheel

base

models

without

bedliner/tailgate liner,

L1 = 41.1 in (1,045 mm)

Short wheel base models with bedliner/
tailgate liner (SV/PRO-4X with comfort and
convenience package),

L1 = 40.5 in (1,028 mm)

Long wheel base models,

L1 = 40.63 in (1,032 mm)

WARNING

Improper loading may be dangerous.
If a load is too far back, it can affect
handling characteristics. If a load is too
far forward, the front axle may be
overloaded.

Overloading or improper loading can
adversely affect vehicle handling, brak-
ing and performance and may lead to
accidents.

VEHICLE LOAD WEIGHT CAPACITY

The

vehicle

payload

weight

capacity

shown on the Tire and Loading Information
label indicates the maximum total weight
of passengers, optional equipment (air
conditioning, trailer hitch, etc.) and cargo
that your vehicle is designed to carry.

For additional information, see “Tire and
Loading Information label” (P. 8-34).

Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the GVWR or the
GAWR for your vehicle. For additional infor-
mation, see “Vehicle loading information”
(P. 10-16).

Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. For additional information, see “Tire
and Loading Information label” (P. 8-34).

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WARNING

•

Overloading or improper loading of
a trailer and its cargo can adversely
affect

vehicle

handling,

braking

and performance and may lead to
accidents.

•

Do not tow a trailer when the TEMPO-
RARY FULL SIZE spare tire is installed.

CAUTION

•

Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy
load for the first 500 mile (805 km).
Your engine, axle or other parts could
be damaged.

•

For the first 500 miles (805 km) that
you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h) and do not make
starts at full throttle. This helps the
engine and other parts of your ve-
hicle wear in at the heavier loads.

Your new vehicle was designed to be used
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
Remember that towing a trailer places ad-
ditional loads on your vehicle's engine,
drive train, steering, braking and other
systems.

A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available
on the website at www.nissanusa.com. This
guide includes information on trailer towing
capability and the special equipment re-
quired for proper towing.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS

Maximum trailer loads

Never allow the total trailer load to exceed
the value specified in the “Towing Load/
Specification” chart found in this section.
The total trailer load equals trailer weight
plus its cargo weight.
•

When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs.
(1,587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake
system MUST be used.

The maximum Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) should not exceed the value
specified in the following “Towing Load/
Specification” chart.

The GCWR equals the combined weight of
the towing vehicle (including passengers
and cargo) plus the total trailer load. Tow-
ing loads greater than these or using im-
proper towing equipment could adversely
affect

vehicle

handling,

braking

and

performance.

The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is
not only related to the maximum trailer
loads, but also the places you plan to tow.
Tow weights appropriate for level highway
driving may have to be reduced for low
traction situations (for example, on slippery
boat ramps).

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Temperature conditions can also affect
towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer
in high outside temperatures on graded
roads can affect engine performance and
cause overheating. The engine protection
mode, which helps reduce the chance of
engine damage, could activate and auto-
matically decrease engine power. Vehicle
speed may decrease under high load. Plan
your trip carefully to account for trailer and
vehicle load, weather and road conditions.

WARNING

Overheating can result in reduced en-
gine power and vehicle speed. The re-
duced speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the chance
of a collision. Be especially careful
when driving. If the vehicle cannot
maintain a safe driving speed, pull to
the side of the road in a safe area. Allow
the engine to cool and return to normal
operation. For additional information,
see “If your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-13).

CAUTION

Vehicle damage resulting from im-
proper towing procedures is not cov-
ered by NISSAN warranties.

Tongue load

When using a weight carrying or a weight
distributing hitch, keep the tongue load be-
tween 10 - 15% of the total trailer load or use
the trailer tongue load specified by the
trailer manufacturer. The tongue load
must be within the maximum tongue load
limits shown in the following “Towing Load/
Specification” chart. If the tongue load be-
comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow
for proper tongue load.

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Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW)/maximum Gross Axle
Weight (GAW)

The GVW of the towing vehicle must not
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label. The GVW equals the
combined weight of the unloaded vehicle,
passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue
load and any other optional equipment. In
addition, front or rear GAW must not ex-
ceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certifica-
tion label.

Towing capacities are calculated assum-
ing a base vehicle with driver and any op-
tions required to achieve the rating. Addi-
tional passengers, cargo and/or optional
equipment, such as the trailer hitch, will
add weight to the vehicle and reduce your
vehicle’s maximum towing capacity and
trailer tongue load.

The vehicle and trailer need to be weighed
to confirm the vehicle is within the GVWR,
Front GAWR, Rear GAWR, Gross Combined
Weight Rating (GCWR) and Towing capacity.

All vehicle and trailer weights can be mea-
sured using platform type scales com-
monly found at truck stops, highway weigh
stations, building supply centers or salvage
yards.

To determine the available payload capac-
ity for tongue load, use the following proce-
dure.

1. Locate the GVWR on the F.M.V.S.S./

C.M.V.S.S. certification label.

2. Weigh your vehicle on the scale with all

of the passengers and cargo that are
normally in the vehicle when towing a
trailer.

3. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from

the GVWR. The remaining amount is the
available maximum tongue load.

To determine the available towing capacity,
use the following procedure.

1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the

"Towing Load/Specification" chart found
in this section.

2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from

the GCWR. The remaining amount is the
available maximum towing capacity.

To determine the Gross Trailer Weight,
weigh your trailer on a scale with all equip-
ment and cargo, that are normally in the
trailer when it is towed. Make sure the
Gross Trailer Weight is not more than the
Gross Trailer Weight Rating shown on the
trailer and is not more than the calculated
available maximum towing capacity.

Also weigh the front and rear axles on the
scale to make sure the Front Gross Axle
Weight and Rear Gross Axle Weight are not
more than Front Gross Axle Weight and Rear
Gross Axle Weight on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label. The cargo in the trailer and
vehicle may need to be moved or removed
to meet the specified ratings.

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Example:
• Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as weighed

on a scale- including passengers, cargo
and hitch - 5,185 lbs. (2352 kg).

• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) from

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label -
5,815 lbs. (2638 kg).

• Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)

from “Towing Load/Specification" chart -
11,133 lbs. (5050 kg).

• Maximum Trailer towing capacity from

“Towing Load/Specification" chart - 6,100
lbs. (2767 kg).

5,815 lbs. (2638 kg)

GVWR

– 5,185 lbs. (2352 kg)

GVW

= 630 lbs. (286 kg)

Available for

tongue weight

11,133 lbs. (5050 kg)

GCWR

– 5,185 lbs. (2352 kg)

GVW

= 5,948 lbs. (2698 kg) Capacity available

for towing

630 lbs. (286 kg)

Available tongue

weight

/ 5,948 lbs. (2698 kg) Available capacity

=

10 % tongue

weight

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 percent of the trailer weight
or within the trailer tongue load specifica-
tion recommended by the trailer manufac-
turer. If the tongue load becomes exces-
sive, 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 percent. If
the calculated tongue weight is less than
10 percent, reduce the total trailer weight to
match the available tongue weight.

Always verify that available capacities are
within the required ratings.

Trailer frontal area

CAUTION

Exceeding the maximum trailer frontal
area specification may exceed the tow-
ing 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 af-
fected 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 example, a trailer that is 8 feet
wide by 6 feet tall has a trailer frontal area of
48 square feet.

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION

WARNING

The towing capacities provided in this
manual are for general reference only.
The safe towing capacity of your ve-
hicle is affected by dealer and factory
installed options and passenger and
cargo loads. You must weigh the ve-
hicle and trailer as described in this
manual to determine the actual vehicle
towing capacity. Do not exceed the
published maximum towing capacity
or the GCWR or the GVWR shown on the
FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so can re-
sult in an accident causing serious per-
sonal injury or property damage.

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King Cab® models

Axle type

2WD

4WD

Metric Measure

US Measure

Metric Measure

US Measure

Maximum Payload

730 kg

1,610 lbs.

653 kg

1,440 lbs.

Maximum Towing Capacity*1, *2, *3

3,026 kg

6,670 lbs.

2,948.4 kg

6,500 lbs.

Maximum Tongue Load*2, *3

303 kg

667 lbs.

295 kg

650 lbs.

Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating

5,183 kg

11,427 lbs.

5,183 kg

11,427 lbs.

Maximum trailer frontal area

2.78 sq meters

30 sq feet

2.78 sq meters

30 sq feet

Crew Cab – Short wheel base models

Axle type

2WD

4WD

Metric Measure

US Measure

Metric Measure

US Measure

Maximum Payload

671 kg

1,480 lbs.

585 kg

1,290 lbs.

Maximum Towing Capacity*1, *2, *3

2,967 kg

6,540 lbs.

2,889 kg

6,370 lbs.

Maximum Tongue Load*2, *3

297 kg

654 lbs.

289 kg

637 lbs.

Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating

5,183 kg

11,427 lbs.

5,183 kg

11,427 lbs.

Maximum trailer frontal area

2.78 sq meters

30 sq feet

2.78 sq meters

30 sq feet

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