Securing the load -15 – NISSAN 2010 Xterra User Manual

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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 available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in
Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be trans-
ferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this re-
duces the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity of your vehicle.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle.
See “Measurement of Weights” later in
this section.

Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label.

SECURING THE LOAD

There are tie down hooks located in both the
ceiling and floor of the cargo area as shown. The
tie down hooks can be used to secure cargo with
ropes or other types of straps. See “Channel tie
down hooks” in this section.

Do not apply a total load of more than 110
lbs. (490 N) to a single metal ceiling tie-
down hook when securing cargo.

Do not apply a total load of more than 110
lbs. (490 N) to a single plastic floor tie-
down hook when securing cargo.

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 col-
lision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.

Cargo area ceiling tie-down hooks

LTI0140

Adjustable

cargo

area

floor

tie-down

hooks

LTI0141

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