2001 NISSAN FRONTIER Owners Manual

Use the following steps to mount the front
license plate:
1. Remove the two screw gromments from
the glove box.
2. Carefully drill a hole using a 0.39 inch (10
mm) drill bill at each location mark (small
dimple) on the bumper fascia.
3. Insert one grommet into each hole.
4. Insert a small screwdriver into the grom-
met to turn the plastic insert.
5. Install the license plate with two M5 x 25
mm bolts.CAUTION
cIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these ar-
eas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
cDo not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
c
Be sure everyone in the vehicle is in a
seat with their seat belt properly fas-
tened.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize yourself with the
following terms before loading your vehicle.
cCurb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) þ vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, fluids,
emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weightdoes notinclude
passengers and cargo.
cGVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) þ curb
weight plus the combined weight of pas-
sengers and cargo.
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cGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) þ
maximum total weight (load) limit speci-
fied for the vehicle.
cGAWR (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.
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
cProperly 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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cDo not load your vehicle any heavier
than the GVWR or the maximum
front and rear GAWR's. If you do,
parts on your vehicle can break, or it
can change the way your vehicle
handles. This could result in loss of
control and cause personal injury.
CAUTION
Overloading can shorten the life of your
vehicle. Failures caused by overloading
are not covered by your warranty.
LOADING TIPS
cThe GVW must not exceed GVWR or
GAWR as specified on the FMVSS Cer-
tification Label located on the driver's
door jamb pillar.
cDo not load the front and rear axle to the
GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.
cLoads should be spread out, and cargo
should be properly secured. Large or
heavy objects should be placed towardthe front of the truck box to help prevent
sliding or shifting.
Crew Cab models:
Crew Cab models should not be used to
carry a slide-in camper.
Regular and King Cab models:
This information is provided for you to prop-
erly install a slide-in camper and is based on
the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-
istration regulations. It is recommended
that, before installing the camper, you care-
fully read the following information and en-
sure that the camper meets the specifica-
tions.
This information may not apply to some
Canada model vehicles.
Special body vehicles
Some vehicles are equipped with commer-
cial or camper bodies. However, this Own-
er's Manual does not cover these options.
For further information, please refer to the
body manufacturer's instruction manual.
TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING
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Location for center of gravity
The illustration indicates the recommended
cargo center of gravity location zone.
Regular cab:
L1 = 950.0 mm (37.4 in), L2 = 1,077.0 mm
(42.4 in)
King cab:
L1 = 960.1 mm (37.8 in), L2 = 1,087.1 mm
(42.8 in)
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:
cthe weight of installed additional camper
equipment not included in the camper
manufacturer's weight figure,
cthe weight of camper cargo,
cand 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 the
truck's recommended center of gravity loca-
tion zone when installed.
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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.
See ``Vehicle Loading Information'' earlier in
this section for details.
Payload Weight Ratings(1)(KA24DE Engine)
2WD
Regular Cab King Cab
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lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1378 625
California 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1378 625
Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A 1400 635 1330 603
(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. See ``Vehicle Loading Information'' earlier in this
section for details.
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Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33E Engine)
2WD 4WD
King Cab
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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 1169 530 1200 544 1200 535 1169 530 1125 510
California 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1169 530 1200 544 1200 535 1169 530 1125 510
Canada 1200 544 1133 514 N/A N/A N/A N/A 1133 514 1200 490 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. See9Vehicle Loading Information9earlier in this section for details.
Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33E Engine)
2WD 4WD
Crew Cab
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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 1133 514 1089 494 1080 490 1036 470 937 425 1014 460 1003 470 970 440
California 1133 514 1089 494 1080 490 1036 470 937 425 1014 460 1003 470 970 440
Canada 1080 490 1032 468 997 452 997 452 1036 470 1003 455 992 455 937 425
(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. See9Vehicle Loading Information9earlier in this section for details.
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Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33ER Engine)
2WD 4WD
King Cab
Manual
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lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1200 544 1160 525 1170 530 1105 500
California 1200 544 1160 525 1170 530 1105 500
Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A 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. See9Vehicle Loading Information9earlier in this section for details.
Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33ER Engine)
2WD 4WD
Crew Cab
Manual
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lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1060 480 1015 460 1015 460 950 430
California 1060 480 1015 460 1015 460 950 430
Canada 1010 457 980 444 980 445 925 420
(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. See9Vehicle Loading Information9earlier 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 avail-
able 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.
cWhen 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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