Securing the load -15 – NISSAN 2013 Xterra - Owner's Manual 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.

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.

Cargo area ceiling tie-down hooks

LTI0140

Adjustable cargo area floor tie-down hooks

LTI0141

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