When the truck is used to carry a slide-in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the camper manufacturer’s
weight figure, plus:
● the weight of installed additional
camper equipment not included in the
camper manufacturer’s weight figure,
● the weight of camper cargo,
● and the weight of occupants in the
camper.
The total cargo load should not exceed the
truck’s cargo weight rating and the camper’s
center of gravity should fall within the truck’s
recommended center of gravity location
zone when installed.
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading can
adversely affect vehicle handling, brak-
ing and performance and may lead to
accidents.
Measurement of weights
Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts
that could affect the balance of your vehicle.
When the truck camper is loaded, drive to a
scale and weigh the front and the rear
wheels separately to determine axle loads.
Individual axle loads should not exceed
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 certification label that is located on
the driver’s door lock pillar. If weight ratings
are exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.
Your new vehicle was designed to be used
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
Remember that towing a trailer will place
additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,
drive train, steering, braking and other sys-
tems.
A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide is avail-
able from your NISSAN dealer. This guide
includes information on trailer towing ability
and the special equipment required for
proper towing.
CA0009
TRAILER TOWING
9-18
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