2000 NISSAN FRONTIER weight

IGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) þ
maximum total weight (load) limit speci-
fied for the vehicle.
IGAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) þ
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle.
Determining Vehicle Load Capacity
The load capacity of this vehicle is deter-
mined by weight, not by available cargo
space. For example, a roof rack, bike car-
rier, or similar equipment does not increase
load carrying capacity of your vehicle.
To determine vehicle load capacity:
Vehicle weight can be determined by using
a commercial-grade scale, found at places
such as a truck stop, gravel quarry, grain
elevator, or a scrap metal recycling facility.
1) Determine the curb weight of your ve-
hicle.
2) Compare the curb weight amount to the
GVWR specified for your vehicle to de-
termine how much more weight your
vehicle can carry.
3) After loading (cargo and passengers),
reweigh your vehicle to determine if ei-ther GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is
exceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, re-
move cargo as necessary. If either the
front or rear GAWR is exceeded, shift the
load or remove cargo as necessary.
Loading Tips
IThe GVW must not exceed GVWR or
GAWR as specified on the FMVSS Cer-
tification Label located on the driver's
door jamb pillar.
IDo not load the front and rear axle to the
GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.
ILoads should be spread out, and cargo
should be properly secured. Large or
heavy objects should be placed toward
the front of the truck box to help prevent
sliding or shifting.
SECURING THE LOAD
For your convenience, tie down hooks are
placed at each corner of the truck box.
These may be used to help secure cargo
loaded into the truck box.
WARNING
IProperly 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 collision, unse-
cured cargo could cause personal
injury.
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WARNING
Improper loading may be dangerous. If
a load is too far back, it can affect
handling characteristics. If a load is too
far forward, the front axle may be over-
loaded.
When the truck is used to carry a slide-in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the camper manufacturer's
weight figure, plus:
Ithe weight of installed additional camper
equipment not included in the camper
manufacturer's weight figure,
Ithe weight of camper cargo,
Iand the weight of occupants in the
camper.
The total cargo load should not exceed the
truck's pay load weight rating and the camp-
er's center of gravity should fall within thetruck's recommended center of gravity loca-
tion zone when installed.
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading can
adversely affect vehicle handling, brak-
ing and performance and may lead to
accidents.
Payload Weight Ratings
The payload weight ratings shown on the
following pages indicate the maximum total
weight of passengers, optional equipment
(air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo
that your vehicle is designed to carry.
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. See²Ve -
hicle Loading Information²earlier in this
section for details.
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Payload Weight Ratings(1)(KA24DE Engine)
2WD 4WD
Regular Cab King Cab King Cab
Manual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
Transmission
XE XE XE XE XE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635
California 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635
Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A 1400 635 1400 635 N/A N/A
(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional
equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle is designed
to carry. 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. See²Vehicle Loading Information²earlier in this section for details.
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Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33E Engine)
2WD 4WD
King Cab
Manual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
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Transmission
XE XE SE SE XE XE SE SE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1168 530
California 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1168 530
Canada 1200 544 1200 544 N/A N/A N/A N/A 1200 544 1200 544 N/A N/A N/A N/A
(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle
is designed to carry. 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. See²Vehicle Loading Information²earlier in this section for details.
Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33E Engine)
2WD 4WD
Crew Cab
Manual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
Transmission
XE XE SE SE XE XE SE SE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1200 544 1177 534 1133 5141111 5 0 4 111 3 5 0 51080 490 1036 470 1003 455
California 1200 544 1177 534 1133 5141111 5 0 4 111 3 5 0 51080 490 1036 470 1003 455
Canada 1200 544 1177 5341111 5 0 41089 494 1080 490 1047 475 1003 455 970 440
(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle
is designed to carry. 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. See²Vehicle Loading Information²earlier in this section for details.
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Measurement of weights
Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts
that could affect the balance of your vehicle.
When the truck camper is loaded, drive to a
scale and weigh the front and the rear
wheels separately to determine axle loads.
Individual axle loads should not exceed
either of the gross axle weight ratings
(GAWR). The total of the axle loads should
not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR). These ratings are given on the
vehicle certification label that is located on
the driver's door lock pillar. If weight ratings
are exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.
Your new vehicle was designed to be used
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
Remember that towing a trailer will place
additional loads on your vehicle's engine,
drive train, steering, braking and other sys-
tems.
ANissan Trailer Towing Guideis available
from an authorized NISSAN dealer. This
guide includes information on trailer towing
ability and the special equipment required
for proper towing.
Maximum load limits
Maximum trailer loads
Never allow the total trailer load to exceed
the value specified in the following Towing
Load/Specification Chart. The total trailer
load equals trailer weight plus its cargo
weight.
IWhen towing a trailer load of 1,000 lbs.
(454 kg) or more, trailers with a brake
system MUST be used.
The maximum GCWR (Gross Combined
Weight Rating) should not exceed the value
specified in the following Towing Load/
Specification Chart.
The GCWR equals the combined weight of
the towing vehicle (including passengers
and cargo) plus the total trailer load. Towing
loads greater than these or using improper
towing equipment could adversely affect
vehicle handling, braking and performance.
The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is
not only related to the maximum trailer
loads, but also the places you plan to tow.
Tow weights appropriate for level highway
driving may have to be reduced on very
steep grades or in low traction situations (for
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example, on slippery boat ramps).
WARNING
Vehicle damage and/or personal injury
resulting from improper towing proce-
dures are not covered by NISSAN war-
ranties. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide
(U.S. only) containing information on
trailer towing ability and the special
equipment required may be obtained
from an authorized NISSAN dealer.
Tongue load
Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11
percent of the total trailer load within the
maximum tongue load limits shown in the
following Towing Load/Specification Chart.
If the tongue load becomes excessive, re-
arrange cargo to allow for proper tongue
load.Maximum gross vehicle weight/maximum
gross axle weight
The gross vehicle weight of the towing
vehicle must not exceed the gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) shown on the
FMVSS certification label. The gross vehicle
weight equals the combined weight of the
unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage,
hitch, trailer tongue load and any other
optional equipment. In addition, front or rear
gross axle weight must not exceed the
gross axle weight rating (GAWR) shown on
the FMVSS certification label.
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Unit: lbs (kg)
MODEL
WEIGHT2WD 4WD
M/T (4cyl) A/T (4cyl) M/T (V6) A/T (V6) M/T (4cyl) M/T (V6) A/T (V6)
MAXIMUM
TRAILER
WEIGHT*13,500 (1,588) 2,000 (907) 3,500 (1,588) 5,000 (2,268) 3,500 (1,588) 3,500 (1,588) 5,000 (2,268)
MAXIMUM
TONGUE
LOAD350 (159) 200 (91) 350 (159) 500 (227) 350 (159) 350 (159) 500 (227)
GROSS
COMBINED
WEIGHT
RATING7,000 (3,175) 6,000 (2,721) 8,000 (3,628) 9,500 (4,309) 7,700 (3,492) 8,000 (3,628) 9,500 (4,309)
RECOMMENDED
EQUIPMENT*2Sway Control
DeviceÐSway Control
DeviceSway Control
DeviceSway Control
DeviceSway Control
DeviceSway Control
Device
*1: ll towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000
lb (1,361 kg).
*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN. See a professional
trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control device for your trailer.
M/T = Manual Transmission
A/T = Automatic Transmission
2WD = 2-wheel drive
4WD = 4-wheel drive
TOWING LOAD/
SPECIFICATION CHART
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Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5
Corrosion protection .................................... 7-4
Cruise control............................................. 5-18
Cup holder ................................................. 2-21
D
Daytime running light system (Canada
only) ........................................................... 2-16
Dimensions and weights .......................... 10-11
Door locks .................................................... 3-2
Drive belts .................................................. 8-18
Driving
Auto-lock free-running hubs ................. 5-22
Cold weather driving............................. 5-30
Driving with automatic transmission ..... 5-14
Driving with manual transmission ......... 5-12
Manual-lock free-running hubs ............. 5-24
Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2
E
Economy - fuel........................................... 5-20
Emission control information label........... 10-14
Emission control system warranty ........... 10-27
Engine
Before starting the engine ...................... 5-8
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .............................................. 10-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 8-6Changing engine oil.............................. 8-10
Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-12
Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-5
Checking engine oil level ....................... 8-9
Engine compartment check locations .... 8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5
Engine cooling system ........................... 8-5
Engine oil ................................................ 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ................................... 10-6
Engine oil pressure warning light ......... 2-10
Engine oil viscosity ............................... 10-7
Engine serial number ......................... 10-13
Engine specifications ............................ 10-9
Starting the engine ............................... 5-16
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ................. 5-2
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch) ........................................................ 2-19
Flat tire ......................................................... 6-2
Floor mat positioning aid ............................. 7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)....... 8-13
Brake fluid ................................... 10-3, 8-15
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .............................................. 10-2
Clutch fluid ............................................ 8-15
Engine coolant ........................................ 8-5
Engine oil ................................................ 8-9
Power steering fluid .............................. 8-14Window washer fluid ............................ 8-15
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .................... 10-13
Front seats
Bench...................................................... 1-7
Separate ................................................. 1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .............................................. 10-2
Fuel economy ....................................... 5-20
Fuel filler cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-6
Fuel octane rating................................. 10-5
Fuel recommendation ........................... 10-4
Fuses ......................................................... 8-26
G
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5
Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-6
Odometer ................................................ 2-3
Speedometer .......................................... 2-3
Tachometer ............................................. 2-5
General maintenance .................................. 9-2
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-19
Headlight and turn signal switch ............... 2-16
Headlights .................................................. 8-29
Heater
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