Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid (ATF) 6-speed (Diesel en-
gine only)
——— • Genuine NISSAN Matic K ATF
• Using automatic transmission fluid that is not equivalent to Genu-
ine NISSAN Matic K ATF may damage the transmission or impact
transmission durability. Damage caused by the use of fluid other
than as recommended is not covered under the NISSAN New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.
7-speed (Gasoline en- gine only) • Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF ONLY in
NISSAN automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other fluids. Using
fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF may
damage the automatic transmission. Damage caused by the use of
fluid other than as recommended is not covered under the NISSAN
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Differential gear oil Front
Non-XD
model 1.25 L 2-5/8 pt 2-1/4 pt • Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super-CT Synthetic GL-5
75W-90
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid
Super-CT Synthetic GL-5 75W-90 ONLY in final drive.
Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super-CT Synthetic GL-5
75W-90 may damage the differential gear. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under the
NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
XD
model 1.51 L 3-1/4 pt 2-5/8 pt
Rear Non-XD
model 2.3 L 4-7/8 pt 4pt
XD
model 2.6 L5-1/2 pt 4-5/8 pt
Transfer fluid Non-XD model 1.5 L 1-5/8 qt 1-3/8 qt
• Genuine NISSAN ATF D3M
• Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN ATF D3M may cause dete-
rioration in driveability and transfer durability, and may damage the
transfer case. Damage caused by fluids other than as recom-
mended is not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
XD model
1.8 L 1-7/8 qt 1-5/8 qt
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ——— • Genuine NISSAN PSF II or equivalent.
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Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Brake fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *2 or equivalent DOT
3.
*2 Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease ——— • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system refriger-
ant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Air conditioning system oil ———• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS) or equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system refriger-
ant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Windshield-washer fluid 4.5 L 1-1/4 gal 1 gal• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
freeze fluid or equivalent.
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
Gas engine only
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc-
tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) number (Research octane number
91).
CAUTION
∙ Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control system, and may also affect
the warranty coverage. ∙ Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, because this
will damage the three-way catalyst.
∙ Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to
run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-15 or
E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifically
designed for E-15 or E-85 fuel can ad-
versely affect the emission control
devices and systems of the vehicle.
Damage caused by such fuel is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. ∙ Do not use fuel that contains the oc-
tane booster methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Using
fuel containing MMT may adversely
affect vehicle performance and ve-
hicle emissions. Not all fuel dispens-
ers are labeled to indicate MMT con-
tent, so you may have to consult your
gasoline retailer for more details.
Note that Federal and California laws
prohibit the use of MMT in reformu-
lated gasoline.
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS (for gas
engine only)
For diesel engine oil and oil filter recom-
mendations, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations” section of the “Titan
Diesel Owner’s Manual”.
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”in this section. NISSAN recommends the
use of an energy conserving oil in order to
improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or
its equivalent for the reason described in
“Change intervals.”
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ENGINE
Gas engine only
ModelVK56VD
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 8-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 90°
Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.858 x 3.622 (98 x 92)
Displacement cu in (cm
3) 338.78 (5,552)
Firing order 1–8–7–3–6–5–4–2
Idle speed
No adjustment is necessary.
A/T (in “N” position)
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle
speed)
CO%atidle
Spark plug
DIKAR7B11
Spark plug gap (Nominal) in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)
Camshaf t operation Timing chain
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
Diesel engine only
For additional information, refer to “Engine” in the “Titan Diesel Owner’s Manual”.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Remember to keep trailer tongue weight
between 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or
within the trailer tongue weight specifica-
tion recommended by the trailer manufac-
turer. If the tongue weight becomes exces-
sive, rearrange the cargo to obtain 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%,
shif t the trailer load forward until the trailer
tongue weight reaches 10% of the trailer
weight.
Always verif y 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 vehicle
is affected by dealer and factory in-
stalled options and passenger and
cargo loads. You must weigh the vehicle
and trailer as described in this manual
to determine the actual vehicle towing
capacity. Do not exceed the published
maximum towing capacity or the GCWR
or the GVWR shown on the
FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so can re-
sult in an accident causing serious per-
sonal 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
specifications are based on SV grade
models.
Non-XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,940 lbs. (880.0 kg) 1,940 lbs. (880.0 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,740 lbs. (4,418.0 kg)9,550 lbs. (4,331.8 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 974 lbs. (441.8 kg)955 lbs. (433.2 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)
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Non-XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,590 lbs. (721.2 kg)1,610 lbs. (730.3 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,400 lbs. (4,263.8 kg)9,230 lbs. (4,186.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 940 lbs. (426.4 kg)923 lbs. (418.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)
Non-XD models — King Cab® — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 1,600 lbs. (725.7 kg)1,630 lbs. (739.4 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 9,400 lbs. (4,263.8 kg)9,240 lbs. (4,191.2 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 940 lbs. (426.4 kg)924 lbs. (419.1 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 15,300 lbs. (6,940 kg)15,300 lbs. (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 lbs. (1,097.7 kg) 2,330 lbs. (1,056.9 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,310 lbs. (5,583.7 kg)12,030 lbs. (5,456.7kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,231 lbs. (558.4 kg)1,203 lbs. (545.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (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 lbs. (943.5 kg) 2000 lbs. (907.2 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 12,310 lbs. (5,583.7 kg)12,030 lbs. (5,456.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,231 lbs. (558.4 kg)1,203 lbs. (545.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating 19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)19,450 lbs. (8,822 kg)
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XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,910 lbs. (1,319.9 kg)2,850 lbs. (1,292.7 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,590 lbs. (5,257.1 kg)11,330 lbs. (5,139.2 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,159 lbs. (525.7 kg)1,133 lbs. (513.9 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)
XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,590 lbs. (1,174.8 kg) 2,520 lbs. (1,143.0 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,270 lbs. (5,111.9 kg)10,990 lbs. (4,985.0 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,127 lbs. (511.2 kg)1,099 lbs. (498.5 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)
XD models — King Cab® — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — SAE J2807 Weight Distributing Class 4 Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,710 lbs. (1,229.2 kg) 2,560 lbs. (1,161.2 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,380 lbs. (5,161.9 kg)11,040 lbs. (5,007.7 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2, *3 1,138 lbs. (516.2 kg)1,104 lbs. (500.8 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)
XD models — Single cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,690 lbs. (1,221.6 kg) 2,700 lbs. (1,225.0 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,710 lbs. (5,313.5 kg)11,450 lbs. (5,194.4 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,757 lbs. (797.0 kg)1,718 lbs. (779.2 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)
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XD models — Crew cab — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,440 lbs. (1,107.2 kg)2,310 lbs. (1,052.3 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,390 lbs. (5,167.3 kg)11,120 lbs. (5,044.4 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,709 lbs. (775.1 kg)1,668 lbs. (756.7 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)
XD models — King Cab® — Gasoline engine towing load specification chart — Gooseneck Hitch
Axle type 2WD4WD
Maximum Payload 2,550 lbs. (1,161.0 kg) 2,430 lbs. (1,106.1 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacity *1, *2, *3 11,510 lbs. (5,221.1 kg)11,180 lbs. (5,075.5 kg)
Maximum King pin load *2, *3 1,727 lbs. (783.2 kg)1,678 lbs. (761.3 kg)
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating*4 17,700 lbs. (8,029 kg)17,700 lbs. (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 lbs. (2,268 kg) and 500 lbs. (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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