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RENTING
The first thing to keep in mind when renting a trailer is to rent only from professional companies
that specialize in towing and towing equipment. More than likely, specialized companies hire
professional staff that can assist you in selecting and installing the proper towing equipment for
your Infiniti vehicle.

When renting, make sure you have your vehicle owner’s manual on hand so that you can reference
the towing capacities for your specific vehicle. Use this data to help select the proper trailer to meet
your anticipated towing needs. Never rent a trailer that exceeds the established towing capacities
for your vehicle, and make sure that any related towing equipment you rent will be sufficient for the
loaded trailer.

While you are there, ask questions. How much does the empty trailer weigh? How much weight will
the trailer hold? What is the trailer’s tongue load? With what type of brakes is it equipped (if any)?
All of these factors have an effect on whether your Infiniti vehicle is capable of safely pulling that
type of trailer or piece of equipment.

Make certain that the trailer stoplights, taillights, turn signals, and brakes (if equipped) are
connected and are operating correctly, and that all safety equipment is properly installed. Check
the safety chains/cables, tie-downs, etc.

For safer operation, carefully inspect the condition of the trailer and towing equipment. Specifically,
check to make sure the tires are not worn excessively and are properly inflated. Make sure there are
not any broken welds, missing bolts, and that the hitch components are not damaged.

Towing safety should be a high priority when choosing and renting towing equipment, including
hitches. NEVER RENT A CLAMP-ON-TYPE HITCH. Your vehicle’s bumpers are not designed for using
this type of hitch. Using it will damage your vehicle and could even result in the trailer separating
from the towing vehicle; this can cause death or serious injury. To avoid this, use only a permanent-
type hitch.

PURCHASING
If you are buying a travel or boat trailer, be sure that your Infiniti vehicle has the towing capacity to
pull it. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for detailed information regarding the towing capacity
of your specific vehicle. Your vehicle owner’s manual should ALWAYS be referenced before making
any towing decisions.

Naturally, you will want to select the towing and safety equipment that adheres to your
state’s and federal safety regulations.
TOWING EQUIPMENT

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PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE

BREAK-IN AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Infiniti recommends that you allow a sufficient “break-in” (500 miles) of both the engine and
drivetrain before towing with your new Infiniti vehicle. In addition, for the first 500 miles that you
tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle.

Keep in mind, too, that towing places higher demands and added loads on vehicle components, so
more frequent maintenance is called for. Your Infiniti Service & Maintenance Guide provides the
accelerated maintenance schedule for towing purposes. Engine oil, filter, transmission oil, and
possibly other fluids should be changed more frequently when towing.

TIRE PRESSURE
When towing a trailer, increase the tow vehicle tire pressures to the recommended cold
specifications. You will find these figures in the vehicle owner’s manual and on the tire pressure
chart located within the vehicle. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating, and inflation pressure must
be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer’s specifications.

MEASURING VEHICLE WEIGHT
The key to safe, efficient towing has to do with weight. Your vehicle — SUV, crossover, or passenger
car — is capable of carrying and towing only a certain amount of weight. You must compare your
vehicle’s tow weight ratings with the combined weight of the vehicle, trailer, and their contents.
This will help ensure that the total weight does not exceed any of your vehicle’s tow weight ratings.
There are four weights to consider when towing:
Š Gross Vehicle Weight
Š Gross Axle Weight (Front and Rear)
Š Gross Combined Weight
Š Trailer Tongue Load

These ratings are based upon normal highway driving and may be reduced if operating in reduced-
traction situations, for example, slippery boat ramps.

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By far the most important benefit of Infiniti luxury is the Total Ownership Experience.® Years before
we ever built our first luxury car, we built this belief: Luxury is much more than a collection of
features on an automobile. It is a way of doing business based upon building a lasting relationship.
From the very moment you arrive at an Infiniti retailer, we strive to exceed your expectations at
every turn with our line of products and our people. You will notice our commitment to your
satisfaction in everything we do, from the way we build our vehicles to the way we support them for
years to come. As an Infiniti driver you will enjoy a host of useful services like 24-hour Roadside
Assistance,* a Complimentary Infiniti Service Loan Car** and Trip Interruption Benefits.* Your
ownership experience will be a complete one, extending from our showroom to our Web site and
beyond.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
4-year/unlimited-mileage* includes: Trip Interruption Benefits, 24-hour toll-free customer
assistance number, battery boost, lock-outs, flat tires, out-of-gas, accident towing.

SERVICE LOAN CAR PROGRAM
When you make an appointment and drop off your Infiniti vehicle for warranty repair maintenance
at participating retailers, a complimentary Infiniti Service Loan Car** will be waiting. And before
your Infiniti is returned to you, it will be hand-washed and running smoothly.

COMMITMENT
To a superior product representing excellent value, presented in a unique environment. To honor
our guests and treat them with respect during the buying process. To give our customers
outstanding service throughout their ownership, so that they may enjoy an ongoing relationship
with knowledgeable people. To be completely committed to ensuring total satisfaction for our
customers.

OWNERSHIP ONLINE
Our goal is to provide owners with a premium quality vehicle and an outstanding ownership
experience that does not end when you drive away from the showroom. To that end, we have
created the “Ownership” section of the www.InfinitiUSA.com Web site, which further reflects our
commitment to serving Infiniti owners’ needs. There you can find easily accessible maintenance
schedules, warranty information, and articles exclusively available to Infiniti owners.

*Roadside Assistance/Trip Interruption available during the first four years after initial new vehicle delivery.
**Subject to availability. Available only during the 4-year/60,000-mile Basic coverage. The customer must be

21 years of age or older with a valid U.S. driver’s license. The customer must provide proof of primary

insurance. Restrictions may apply.
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