Securing the load -12 loading tips -12 – NISSAN 2013 LEAF - Owner's Manual User Manual

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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

ЉMeasurement of

weights

Љ later in this section.)

Also check tires for proper inflation pressures.
See the Tire and Loading Information label.

SECURING THE LOAD

There are tie down hooks located in the cargo
area as shown. The tie down hooks can be used
to secure cargo with ropes or other types of
straps.

Do not apply a total load of more than 4 lb
(2 kg) to a single 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 collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.

• The child restraint top tether strap may

be damaged by contact with items in
the cargo area. Secure any items in the
cargo area. Your child could be seri-
ously injured or killed in a collision if
the top tether strap is damaged.

• 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 control and cause personal
injury.

LOADING TIPS

• The GVW must not exceed the 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.

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