2017 NISSAN TITAN towing capacity

10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities......10-2
Fuel recommendation .......................... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations
(for gas engine only) ........................... 10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ............................. 10-8
Specifications .................................... 10-8
Engine ....................................... 10-8
Wheels and tires ............................. 10-10
Dimensions and weights ......................10-11
When traveling or registering in another country .....10-15
Vehicle identification ............................. 10-15
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ........10-15
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ............................. 10-15
Engine serial number .......................... 10-16
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-16
Emission control information label ..............10-17
Tire and loading information label ...............10-18
Air conditioner specification label ...............10-18
Installing front license plate .......................10-19
Vehicle loading information .......................10-20
Terms ....................................... 10-20
Vehicle load capacity ......................... 10-21Securing the load
............................. 10-22
Utili-track™ channel system (if so equipped) .....10-23
Loading tips ................................. 10-32
Truck-camper loading information .................10-32
Crew cab models ............................. 10-32
Location for center of gravity ...................10-33
Vehicle load weight capacity ...................10-33
Measurement of weights ......................10-33
Towing a trailer .................................. 10-34
Maximum load limits .......................... 10-34
Towing load/specification ......................10-37
Towing safety ................................ 10-41
Flat

towing for 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) vehicle
(if so equipped) .............................. 10-56
Flat towing for 4-Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicle
(if so equipped) .............................. 10-57
Snow plow ..................................... 10-57
Uniform tire quality grading .......................10-58
Emission control system warranty .................10-59
Reporting safety defects ......................... 10-59
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(gas engine only) ................................ 10-60
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ......................10-61
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . .10-61

Steps for determining correct load
limit
1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX
kg” on your vehicle’s Tire and Load-
ing Information label.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX lbs
or XXX kg.
4. The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the
XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers
in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capac-
ity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5 X 150)
= 650 lbs) or (640-340 (5 X 70) =
300 kg.) 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 GVWR or the
GAWR for your vehicle. For additional
information, refer to “Measurement of
weights” in this section.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. For additional information, refer to
the “Tire and Loading Information label” in
the “Do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
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
● 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.
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Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW)/maximum Gross Axle Weight
(GAW)
The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label. The GVW equals the combined weight of
the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage,
hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional
equipment. In addition, front or rear GAW must
not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label.Towing with Weight Distributing Class 4
Hitch
The Class 4 towing capacities shown in the
towing load specification charts are calculated
per the SAE J2807 standards. Additional pas-
sengers, cargo and/or optional equipment, such
as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the vehicle
and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing ca-
pacity and trailer tongue load.
The vehicle and trailer need to be weighed to
confirm the vehicle is within the GVWR, Front
GAWR, Rear GAWR, Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) and Towing capacity.
All vehicle and trailer weights can be measured
using platform type scales commonly found at
truck stops, highway weigh stations, building
supply centers or salvage yards.
Towing with Gooseneck Hitch
The gooseneck towing capacities are calculated
assuming a base vehicle with driver and any
options required to achieve the rating. Additional
passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment,
such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the
vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum tow-
ing capacity and trailer tongue load.
The vehicle and trailer need to be weighed to
confirm the vehicle is within the GVWR, FrontGAWR, Rear GAWR, Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) and Towing capacity.
All vehicle and trailer weights can be measured
using platform type scales commonly found at
truck stops, highway weigh stations, building
supply centers or salvage yards.
To determine the available payload capacity for
tongue/king pin load, use the following proce-
dure.
1. Locate the GVWR on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
2. Weigh your vehicle on the scale with all of the passengers and cargo that are normally
in the vehicle when towing a trailer.
3. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GVWR. The remaining amount is the avail-
able maximum tongue/king pin load.
To determine the available towing capacity, use
the following procedure. 1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the Towing Load/Specification chart found in
this section.
2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GCWR. The remaining amount is the avail-
able maximum towing capacity.
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To determine the Gross Trailer Weight, weigh
your trailer on a scale with all equipment and
cargo, that are normally in the trailer when it is
towed. Make sure the Gross trailer weight is not
more than the Gross Trailer Weight Rating shown
on the trailer and is not more than the calculated
available maximum towing capacity.
Also weigh the front and rear axles on the scale to
make sure the Front Gross Axle Weight and Rear
Gross Axle Weight are not more than Front
Gross Axle Weight and Rear Gross Axle Weight
on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
The cargo in the trailer and vehicle may need to
be moved or removed to meet the specified rat-
ings.
Example:● Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as weighed
on a scale - including passengers, cargo and
hitch - 7,804 lb. (3,540 kg).
● Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) from
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label -
7,804 lb. (3,540 kg).
● Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
from “Towing Load/Specification chart -
19,450 lb. (8,822 kg). ●
Maximum Trailer towing capacity from “Tow-
ing Load/Specification chart - 9,200 lb.
(4,173 kg).
8,990 lb. (4,078 kg) GVWR
– 7,804 lb. (3,540 kg) GVW
= 1,186 lb. (538 kg) Available for tongue/king pin weight
19,450 lb. (8,822 kg) GCWR
– 7,804 lb. (3,540 kg) GVW
= 11,644 lb. (5,282 kg) Capacity available for tow- ing
1,186 lb. (538 kg) Available tongue weight
/ 11,644 lb. (5,282 kg) Available capacity
= 10 % tongue weight
The available towing capacity may be less than
the maximum towing capacity due to the passen-
ger and cargo load in the vehicle.
Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be-
tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or within the
trailer tongue weight specification recommended
by the trailer manufacturer. If the tongue weight
becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to ob-
tain the proper tongue weight. Do not exceed the
maximum tongue weight specification shown in
the “Towing load/specification” chart even if the
calculated available tongue weight is greater
than 15%. If the calculated tongue weight is less than 10%, shift the trailer load forward until the
trailer tongue weight reaches 10% of the trailer
weight.
Always verify that available capacities are within
the required ratings.
TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION
WARNING
The towing capacities provided in this
manual are for general reference only. The
safe towing capacity of your truck is af-
fected by dealer and factory installed op-
tions and passenger and cargo loads. You
must weigh the vehicle and trailer as de-
scribed in this manual to determine the
actual vehicle towing capacity. Do not ex-
ceed the published maximum towing ca-
pacity or the GCWR or the GVWR shown
on the FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so
can result in an accident causing serious
personal injury or property damage.
NOTE:
The SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4
Hitch specifications are based on S and SV
grade models . The Gooseneck Hitch speci-
fications are based on SV grade models.
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Non-XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,910 lb (866.4 kg) 1,930 lb (875.4 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,730 lb (4,413.5 kg)9,550 lb (4,331.8 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 973 lb (441.3 kg)955 lb (433.2 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lb (6,940 kg)15,300 lb (6,940 kg)
Non-XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,590 lb (721.2 kg) 1,610 lb (730.3 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,270 lb (4,204.8 kg)9,230 lb (4,186.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 927 lb (420.5 kg)923 lb (418.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lb (6,940 kg)15,300 lb (6,940 kg)
XD models — Single cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,420 lb (1,097.7 kg) 2,330 lb (1,056.9 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,640 lb (5,733.4 kg)12,360 lb (5,606.4 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,264 lb (573.3 kg)1,236 lb (560.6 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
XD models — Crew cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,080 lb (943.5 kg) 2000 lb (907.2 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,310 lb (5,583.7 kg)12,030 lb (5,456.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,231 lb (558.4 kg)1,203 lb (545.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
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XD models — Single Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,260 lb (1,025.1 kg) 2,170 lb (984.3 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,760 lb (5,787.8 kg)12,480 lb (5,660.8 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,914 lb (868.2 kg)1,872 lb (849.1 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
XD models — Crew Cab — Diesel engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,930 lb (875.4 kg) 1,840 lb (834.6 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,900 lb (5,397.7 kg)11,330 lb (5,139.2 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,785 lb (809.7 kg)1,700 lb (770.9 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lb (8,822 kg)19,450 lb (8,822 kg)
XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,910 lb (1,320 kg)2,850 lb (1,292.7 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,590 lb (5,257.1 kg)11,330 lb (5,139.2 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,159 lb (525.7 kg)1,133 lb (513.9 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lb (8,029 kg)17,700 lb (8,029 kg)
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XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,590 lb (1,174.8 kg) 2,520 lb (1,143.1 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,260 lb (5,107.5 kg)10,990 lb (4,985 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,126 lb (510.7 kg)1,099 lb (498.5 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lb (8,029 kg)17,700 lb (8,029 kg)
XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,690 lb (1,220.2 kg) 2,700 lb (1,224.7 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,710 lb (5,311.6 kg)11,450 lb (5,193.6 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,757 lb (796.7 kg)1,718 lb (779 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lb (8,029 kg)17,700 lb (8,029 kg)
XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,440 lb (1,106.8 kg) 2,310 lb (1,047.8 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,390 lb (5,166.4 kg)11,120 lb (5,043.9 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,709 lb (775 kg)1,668 lb (756.6 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lb (8,029 kg)17,700 lb (8,029 kg)
*1: The towing capacity values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers,
cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity.
*2: Use of a weight-distributing hitch system is recommended when towing over 5,000 lbs. (2,268 kg).
*3: The maximum towing capacity when using the Genuine NISSAN step bumper as a ball mount is 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) and 500 lb. (227 kg) tongue load.
*4: The maximum gross combined weight rating for XD gasoline engine vehicles equipped with 20 inch wheels is 16,900 lbs (7,666 kg).
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TOWING SAFETY
Trailer hitch
Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional
trailer tow package. The trailer tow package in-
cludes a receiver-type frame mounted hitch. This
hitch is rated for the maximum towing capacity of
this vehicle when the proper towing equipment is
used. Choose a proper ball mount and hitch ball
that is rated for the trailer to be towed. Genuine
NISSAN ball mounts and hitch balls are available
at a NISSAN dealer.
If your vehicle is not equipped with the optional
trailer tow package, check the towing capacity of
your bumper hitch or receiver-type frame
mounted hitch. Choose a proper hitch for your
vehicle and trailer. A Genuine NISSAN trailer
hitch is available at a NISSAN dealer. Make sure
the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle
to help avoid personal injury or property damage
due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road
surfaces or passing trucks.
A hitch used for towing 5th wheel and gooseneck
trailers can also be installed on your vehicle.
Contact a professional supplier of towing equip-
ment to purchase and have a 5th wheel or goose-
neck hitch installed.
WARNING
Trailer hitch components have specific
weight ratings. Your vehicle may be ca-
pable of towing a trailer heavier than the
weight rating of the hitch components.
Never exceed the weight rating of the
hitch components. Doing so can cause
serious personal injury or property
damage.
Hitch ball
Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight
rating for your trailer:● The required hitch ball size is stamped on
most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also
have the size printed on the top of the ball.
● Choose the proper class hitch ball based on
the trailer weight.
● The diameter of the threaded shank of the
hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount
hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should
be no more than 1/16” smaller than the hole
in the ball mount. ●
The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be
long enough to be properly secured to the
ball mount. There should be at least 2
threads showing beyond the lock washer
and nut.
Ball mount
The hitch ball is attached to the ball mount and
the ball mount is inserted into the hitch receiver.
Choose a proper class ball mount based on the
trailer weight. Additionally, the ball mount should
be chosen to keep the trailer tongue level with the
ground.
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