Securing the load -12 loading tips -12 – NISSAN 2015 LEAF - Owner's Manual User Manual

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(1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or
(640 − 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.)

5. Determine the combined weight of

luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity calculated in Step
4.

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 weightsЉ later in

this section

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 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.

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