Nissan Rogue II 2 owners manual page 419

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A weight-distributing hitch system (Class IV) isheight is within0-.5inches(0–13mm)ofClass I hitch recommended if you plan to tow trailers with athereferenceheightmeasuredinstep2.TheClass I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball maximum weight over 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg).rear bumper should be no higher than themountandhitch ball) can be used to tow trailers Check with the trailer and towing equipmentreference height measured in step 2.of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (907 kg). manufacturers to determine if they recommend the use of a weight-distributing hitch system.WARNINGTire pressures NOTE: Properly adjust the weight distributing● Whentowing a trailer, inflate the ve- hitch so the rear of the bumper is nohicle tires to the recommended cold Aweight-distributing hitch system may af-higher than the measured reference fect the operation of trailer surge brakes. Ifheight when the trailer is attached. If thetire pressure indicated on the tire you are considering use of a weight-rear bumper is higher than the measuredplacard. distributing hitch system with a surgereference height when loaded, the vehicle brake-equipped trailer, check with themay handle unpredictably which could● Trailer tire condition, size, load rating surge brake, hitch or trailer manufacturercause a loss of vehicle control and causeand proper inflation pressure should to determine if and how this can be done.seriouspersonalinjuryorpropertybe in accordance with the trailer and Followtheinstructions provided by the manufac-damage.tire manufacturer’s specifications. turerforinstallingand using the weight-Swaycontrol deviceSafety chains distributing hitch system. General set-up instructions are as follows:Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffetingAlways use suitable safety chains between your caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han-vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should 1. Park unloaded vehicle on a level surface.dling. Sway control devices may be used to helpbe crossed and should be attached to the hitch, With the ignition on and the doors closed,control these affects. If you choose to use one,not to the vehicle bumper or axle. The safety allowthevehicletostandforseveralminutescontact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to makechainscanbeattachedtothebumperifthehitch so that it can level.sure the sway control device will work with theball is mounted to the bumper. Be sure to leave 2. Measure the height of a reference point onvehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer’s brake sys-enough slack in the chains to permit turning the front and rear bumpers at the center oftem. Follow the instructions provided by thecorners. the vehicle. manufacturer for installing and using the sway 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjustcontrol device. the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper 9-24 Technical and consumer information

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