Loading tips -18 – NISSAN 2012 Xterra - Owner's Manual User Manual
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3. Hand tighten each hook until it is securely
fixed to the channel.
4. To reposition the channel tie-down hook un-
screw the hook loop from the hook plate (2
revolutions), move to a new location, and
retighten.
LOADING TIPS
● The GVW must not exceed GVWR
or GAWR as specified on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification
label.
● Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.
WARNING
● Properly 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 colli-
sion,
unsecured
cargo
could
cause personal injury.
● Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum front and rear GAWRs.
If you do, parts of your vehicle
can break, tire damage could oc-
cur, or it can change the way your
vehicle handles. This could result
in loss of control and cause per-
sonal injury.
● Overloading not only can shorten
the life of your vehicle and the
tire, but can also cause unsafe
vehicle handling and longer brak-
ing distances. This may cause a
premature tire failure which could
result in a serious accident and
personal injury. Failures caused
by overloading are not covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.
LTI0147
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A
Correct,
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B
Incorrect
LTI0148
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