Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Tow Truck Towing
NISSAN recommends that vehicle be towed with driving (front) wheels off the ground or that a dolly be used.
- CVT: Continuously Variable Transmission
- M/T: Manual transmission
CAUTION:
- All applicable state or Provincial laws and local laws regarding the towing operation must be obeyed.
- It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage to the vehicle during towing operation. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.
- Always attach safety chains before towing.
- When towing, check that the transmission, steering system and powertrain are in good order. If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.
- When towing CVT or M/T models with the rear wheels on the ground (if you do not use towing dollies): Always release the parking brake.
- When towing CVT models or M/T models with the front wheels on towing dollies:
- Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a rope or similar device. Never secure the steering wheel by turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position. This may damage the steering lock mechanism.
- Move the selector lever to the N (Neutral) position.
- Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances for manual transmissions (M/T) only when any wheels are touching the ground:
- Speed: Below 80 km/h (50 MPH)
- Distance: Less than 80 km (50 miles).
- Never tow CVT models with the front wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward), as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission. If it is necessary to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised, always use towing dollies under the front wheels.
- Never tow a CVT model or an M/T model from the rear (that is backward) with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious and expensive damage to the transaxle.
Board-on Lift
CAUTION:
Make sure vehicle is empty when lifting.
The board-on lift attachment (A) set at front end of vehicle
should be set on the front of the sill under the front door
opening.
Position ...
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle)
Front
Remove the hook cover from the bumper using a remover tool.
Securely install the vehicle recovery hook stored with jacking
tools.
Check that the hook is properly secured in the stor ...
Other materials:
Wheel alignment
Inspection
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If the wheel alignment is out of specification, inspect and replace any
damaged or worn rear suspension parts
before making any adjustments.
Check and adjust the wheel ...
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”,
used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the
driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service the system ...
Service data and specifications (SDS)
Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1)
UNITED STATES and CANADA
*1: Fuel, engine coolant, and lubricants are full. Spare tire, jack, hand
tools, and mats are in designated positions.
*2: The difference when assuming the (LH) side is the standard.
Ball Joint
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*)
UNITED S ...
