Nissan Altima: Towing safety
- Trailer hitch
- Hitch ball
- Ball mount
- Sway control device
- Class I hitch
- Tire pressures
- Safety chains
- Trailer lights
- Trailer brakes
- Pre-towing tips
- Trailer towing tips
Trailer hitch
Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswind ...See also:
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 ve ...
How the System Works
URPA comes on automatically when
the shift lever is moved into
R (Reverse). A single tone sounds
to indicate the system is working.
URPA operates only at speeds less
than 8 km/h (5 mph).
An ...
Checking seat belt operation
Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt
movement by two separate methods:
● When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the
retractor.
● When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
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