Get Starting and driving -> Trailer towing (for Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Europe) Guide for Nissan X Trail SUV Second Generation (2007-2012)

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PARKING SENSOR (sonar) SYSTEM

SETTING

GUID-82D930BF-66F8-4110-8091-C0957A40D8BB

Moving Object

GUID-276CE6E4-8D55-4D55-BFD8-EAEFD5E089DA

Activate or deactivate the use of sensor.

ON (default) - OFF

Front Sensor (if equipped)

GUID-9B773B27-863A-41FC-A3C0-0ED05513ACCC

Activate or deactivate the use of sensor.

ON (default) - OFF

Rear Sensor

GUID-7531A6E4-9903-4D4C-9F97-CA8222232CC5

Activate or deactivate the use of sensor.

ON (default) - OFF

Display (if equipped)

GUID-4568C52F-E4BD-410C-B505-29984645A465

Automatically shows the sensor view on the vehicle

information display when the sensor is activated.

ON (default) - OFF

Volume

GUID-9F0D0F6F-74CE-4317-BF0A-C293E940631A

Adjust the volume of the tone.

High - Mid (default) - Low

Range

GUID-8F282FF5-3336-4336-8F18-0633E6F6401D

Adjust the detection range of the sensor.

Far - Mid (default) - Near

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Your vehi cle was desi gned to be used to carry

passengers and luggage. NISSAN does not recom-

mend trailer towing, because it places additional loads

on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, steering, braking,

and other systems.

CAUTION:

Vehicle damage resulting from towing a trailer is

not covered by the warranties.

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Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to

carry passengers and luggage.

Towing a trailer will place additional loads on your

vehicle’s engine, drive train, steering, braking and other

systems. The towing of a trailer will exaggerate other

conditions such as sway caused by crosswinds, rough

road surfaces or passing trucks.

Your driving style and speed must be adjusted

according to the circumstances. Before towing a

trailer, see a NISSAN dealer for an explanation about

the proper use of towing equipment.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

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. Avoid towing a trailer during the break-in period.

. Before driving, make sure that the lighting system

of the trailer works properly.

. Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer

operation.

. Avoid abrupt starts, accelerations and stops.

. Avoid sharp turns and lane changes.

. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed.

. Select the AUTO mode if your vehicle is equipped

with the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) system.

. Follow the trailer manufacturer’s instructions.

. Choose proper coupling devices (trailer hitch,

safety chain, roof carrier, etc.) for your vehicle and

trailer. These devices are available from a NISSAN

dealer where you can also obtain more detailed

information about trailer towing.

. Never allow the total trailer load (trailer weight plus

its cargo weight) to exceed the maximum set for

the vehicle and the coupling device. See a

NISSAN dealer for more information.

. The trailer must be loaded so that heavy goods are

placed over the axle. The maximum allowable

vertical load on the trailer hitch must not be

TRAILER TOWING (except for

Australia, New Zealand, South

Africa and Europe)

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New Zealand, South Africa and

Europe)

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exceeded.

. Have your vehicle serviced more often than at the

interv als specified in a separate m aintenance

booklet.

. Trail er towing requires more fuel than under

normal circumstances because of a considerable

increase in traction power and resistance.

While towing a trailer, check the engine coolant

temperat ure indi cator t o preven t the vehicle

from overheating.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS (for Australia and

New Zealand)

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Maximum trailer loads (including tires and other loaded

equipment):

1. Never allow the total trailer load to exceed:

The maximum 750 kg (1,654 lb) for a trailer

without brakes.

The maximum 1,500 kg (3,308 lb) for a trailer

with brakes (except for R9M engine models

with MT).

The maximum 2,000 kg (4,410 lb) for a trailer

with brakes (for R9M engine models with MT).

2. The total trailer load must be lower than the

following three values even if it does not exceed

the maximum permissible trailer loads.

Towing capacity displayed on a tow-bar.

Trailer’s gross vehicle mass marked on a

coupling body.

Gross vehicle mass marked on a trailer data

plate.

The maximum trailer load which can be towed by your

vehicle depends on the towing equipment fitted to the

vehicle. Therefore, it is important to not only have the

correct equipment fitted but also to use it correctly.

Towing loads greater than the value specified for your

vehicle or using towing equipme nt whi ch is not

provided by NISSAN could seriously affect the

handling and/or performance of your vehicle.

Vehicle damage resulting from improper towing

procedures is not covered by NISSAN warranties.

Information on trailer towing and the required equip-

ment should be obtained from a NISSAN dealer.

Maximum tongue load

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Never allow the tongue load to exceed 10% of the total

trailer load. If the tongue load exceeds 10%, rearrange

the cargo in the trailer.

Maximum rear gross axle weight

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The rear gross axle weight must not exceed the Gross

Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).

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GAWR

2WD

4WD

MR20 + 6MT QR25 + MCVT R9M + MCVT QR25 + MCVT

R9M + 6MT

Second row [AP-

PROX. kg ( lb )]

Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front

Rear

990 kg

(2183 lb)

1020 kg

(2249 lb)

1040 kg

(2293 lb)

1030 kg

(2271 lb)

1140 kg

(2514 lb)

1080 kg

(2381 lb)

1060 kg

(2337 lb)

1100 kg

(2426 lb)

1115 kg

(2459 lb)

1150 kg

(2536 lb)

Third row [AP-

PROX. kg ( lb )]

Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front

Rear

- -

1040 kg

(2293 lb)

1270 kg

(2800 lb)

- - - - -

The trailer must be loaded so that heavy goods are

placed over the axle.

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TIRE PRESSURE

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When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the

maximum recommended COLD tire pressure (for full

loading) indicated on the tire placard.

Do not tow a trailer when the vehicle is installed with a

temporary spare tire or a compact spare tire.

SAFETY CHAINS

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Always use a suitable chain between the vehicle and

trailer. The chain should be crossed and should be

attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle.

Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit

turning corners.

TRAILER BRAKES

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Ensure that trailer brakes are installed as required by

local regulations. Also check that all othe r trailer

equipment conforms to local regulations.

Always block the wheels on both the vehicle and trailer

when parking. Apply the hand brake on the trailer if

equipped. Parking on a steep slope is not recom-

mended.

If parking on a steep slope is unavoidable, place the

shift lever in the “P” (Park) position (Continuously

Variable Transmission model) or the shift lever in an

appropriate gear (Manual Transmission model), and

turn the front wheels towards the curb.

TRAILER DETECTION (if equipped)

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When towing a trailer with a genuine NISSAN tow bar

electrical kit and the turn signal switch is used, the

electrical system of the vehicle will detect the

additional electrical load of the trailer lighting. As a

result, the direction indicator tone will be different.

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