Loading tips -18 – NISSAN 2012 Xterra - Owner's Manual User Manual

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3. Hand tighten each hook until it is securely

fixed to the channel.

4. To reposition the channel tie-down hook un-

screw the hook loop from the hook plate (2
revolutions), move to a new location, and
retighten.

LOADING TIPS

● The GVW must not exceed 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.

WARNING

Properly secure all cargo with

ropes or straps to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not
place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion,

unsecured

cargo

could

cause personal injury.

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 oc-
cur, or it can change the way your
vehicle handles. This could result
in loss of control and cause per-
sonal injury.

Overloading not only can shorten

the life of your vehicle and the
tire, but can also cause unsafe
vehicle handling and longer brak-
ing distances. This may cause a
premature tire failure which could
result in a serious accident and
personal injury. Failures caused
by overloading are not covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.

LTI0147

A

Correct,

B

Incorrect

LTI0148

9-18

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