NISSAN 2009 Versa Hatchback - Towing Guide User Manual
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2009 Nissan Towing Guide
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Passenger Vehicles – The towing capacity for Altima (Coupe, Hybrid, and Sedan), Maxima,
and Sentra vehicles is 1,000 lbs.; the maximum trailer tongue load is 100 lbs. DO NOT tow a
trailer with 350Z Roadster, 370Z Coupe, cube, Versa, or GT-R.
NOTE – For passenger vehicles, the trailer tongue load must be subtracted from the GVWR
as shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label located in the driver’s-side door area.
2009 XTERRA TOWING DATA
Engine Type
4.0L V6
Transmission
A/T & M/T
Model(s)
2WD & 4WD
Maximum
Trailer Weight
1
(lbs.)
5,000
Maximum
Trailer Tongue Load (lbs.)
500
Gross Combined
Weight Rating (lbs.)
9,658
Maximum
Trailer Frontal Area
60 sq. ft.
1 Maximum Trailer Weight values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options
required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add
weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity and trailer tongue load.
2 The Maximum Trailer Weight when using the Genuine Nissan step bumper in this application as a
ball mount is 5,000 lbs.; the Maximum Trailer Tongue Load is 500 lbs.
3 The Maximum Trailer Weight when using the Genuine Nissan step bumper in this application as a
ball mount is 3,500 lbs.; the Maximum Trailer Tongue Load is 350 lbs.
4
Use of a weight-distributing hitch system is recommended when towing over 5,000 lbs.
5 The Maximum Trailer Weight and Gross Combined Weight ratings for 5th wheel and gooseneck
trailer towing are the same as specified for conventional trailer towing.
6 The vehicle optional tow package does not include a ball mount. Two ball mount options are
available through your Nissan dealer:
Class III hitch ball mount for trailers with a Maximum Trailer Weight of 5,000 lbs. or less.
NOTE – A hitch ball is not included with the Class III ball mount. This ball mount can be
used with any hitch ball with a shank diameter of 1” or larger.
Class IV weight-distributing hitch ball mount for trailers with a Maximum Trailer Weight
greater than 5,000 lbs. This ball mount can also be used with trailers under 5,000 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight.
NOTE – The Class IV ball mount includes a 2
5
/
16
” hitch ball rated for 10,000 lbs. Smaller
hitch ball sizes may be used by following the instructions included in the ball mount kit.
NOTES:
Most states require a separate braking system on trailers with a loaded weight above a
specific amount. Check local ordinances.
A/T – Automatic Transmission, CVT – Continuously Variable Transmission