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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
Maintenance requirement..................................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance ................................... 8-2
General maintenance ...................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ................................... 8-2
General maintenance .......................................... 8-3
Explanation of maintenance items ....................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ..................................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ...................... 8-7
Removing the cowl top cover ............................ 8-8
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ......................... 8-11
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-11
Engine oil ....................................................... 8-12
Checking engine oil level ............................... 8-12
Changing engine oil and filter .......................... 8-12
Transmission oil ............................................... 8-13
Power steering fluid .......................................... 8-13
Brake fluid ...................................................... 8-14
Window washer fluid ........................................ 8-15
Battery .......................................................... 8-15
Precautions ................................................ 8-15
Fluid level check .......................................... 8-16
Jump starting .............................................. 8-17 Drive belts
...................................................... 8-17
Spark plugs .................................................... 8-18
Replacing spark plugs ................................... 8-18
Air cleaner ...................................................... 8-19
Windshield wiper blades .................................... 8-19
Cleaning .................................................... 8-19
Replacing the wiper blades ............................ 8-20
Brakes ........................................................... 8-20
Self-adjusting brakes .................................... 8-20
Brake pad wear indicators .............................. 8-20
High performance brake system ....................... 8-21
Replacing the brake pads .............................. 8-21
Fuses ............................................................ 8-22
Engine compartment ..................................... 8-22
Passenger compartment ................................ 8-23
Intelligent Key battery replacement ....................... 8-23
Lights ............................................................ 8-26
Headlights .................................................. 8-26
Exterior and interior lights ............................... 8-27
Wheels and tires .............................................. 8-29
Tire pressure ............................................... 8-29
Tire and loading information label ..................... 8-31
Checking the tire pressure ............................. 8-32
Tire labeling ................................................ 8-33
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been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident,
check for the cause and have it corrected
immediately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines:Check
the level when the fluid is cold, with the engine
off. Check the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
Underbody: The underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances, other-
wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and around the exhaust system. At the end
of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accumu-
late. (
“UNDERBODY” page 7-3)
Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.
When performing any inspection or mainte-
nance work on your vehicle, always take care
to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or
damage to the vehicle. The following are general
precautions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
. Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely
and block the wheels to prevent
the vehicle from moving. Move the
shift lever to the
&Pposition.
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when per-
forming any parts replacement or
repairs.
. If you must work with the engine
running, keep your hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from moving
fans, belts and any other moving
parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove
any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle.
. Always wear eye protection when-
ever you work on your vehicle.
. If you must run the engine in an enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it
is supported only by a jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from fuel tank and the
battery.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without warn-
ing, even if the ignition key is in the
OFF position and the engine is not
running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery
cable before working near the fan.
. The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
serviced by a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer because the fuel lines are
under high pressure even when the
engine is off.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine
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MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
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1. Fuse/fusible link holder
2. Battery
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Air cleaner7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Radiator filler cap
9. Coolant reservoir cap (pressure type)
10. Coolant reservoir
11. Window washer fluid reservoir
NOTICE
The coolant reservoir is equipped with a
pressure type cap, and the radiator is
equipped with a non-pressure type cap.
Do not switch the radiator filler cap and
the coolant reservoir cap. Doing so will
cause substandard cooling perfor-
mance and overheating.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
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4. Unfasten the washer hose from the 2 placeswhere it is affixed to inside of the cowl top
cover
*B.
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory
with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze cool-
ant solution. The antifreeze solution contains
rust and corrosion inhibitors, therefore additional
cooling system additives are not necessary.
WARNING
Never remove the radiator cap and
engine coolant reservoir cap when the
engine is hot. Wait until the engine and
radiator cool down. Serious burns could
be caused by high pressure fluid escap-
ing from the radiator or coolant reser-
voir. (
“IF YOUR VEHICLE
OVERHEATS” page 6-6)
NOTICE
. When adding or replacing coolant,
be sure to use only a Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (green) or equivalent with the
proper mixture ratio shown in the
following chart. The use of other
types of coolant solutions may da-
mage the engine cooling system.
. The coolant reservoir is equipped
with a pressure type radiator cap. To
prevent engine damage, use only a
genuine NISSAN coolant reservoir
cap.
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
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Outside
temperature down to Coolant mixture ratio
Driving conditions
Antifreeze Demineralized water or
distilled water
8 F 8C
5 15 30% 70% For maximum cooling per-
formance
22 30 50% 50% For driving in an extremely
cold area
NOTE:.The coolant mixture ratio should be a combination of 30% antifreeze and 70%
demineralized or distilled water for maximum cooling system performance.
. If ambient temperatures are anticipated to be below 58 F(15 8C) , make sure a proper
mixture ratio of 50% antifreeze and 50% demineralized or distilled water mix is used.8-10
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CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LE-
VELCheck the coolant levelin the reservoir when
the engine is cold . If the coolant level is below
the MIN level
*2, open the reservoir cap
(pressure type)
*B
and add coolant up to the
MAX level
*1. If the reservoir is empty, open the
radiator filler cap
*A
and check the coolant
level in the radiator when the engine is cold .If
there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the
radiator with coolant up to the filler opening and
also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX level
*1.
If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
Check that the level of coolant is between MAX
and MIN on the pressurized radiator reservoir. If
the level is below the midpoint, the amount of
coolant circulating may be insufficient for max-
imum vehicle performance, possibly causing
engine overheating or other trouble.
If it is difficult to determine the midpoint between
MAX and MIN, remove the coolant reservoir cap
and look inside through the opening to check
that the coolant level is above the divider
*3
between the top half and bottom half of the
pressurized coolant reservoir.
NOTICE
. The coolant reservoir is equipped
with a pressure type cap, and the
radiator is equipped with a non-
pressure type cap. Do not switch
the radiator filler cap and the cool-
ant reservoir cap. Doing so will
cause substandard cooling perfor-
mance and overheating.
. If you have added only water as the
coolant in an emergency, change it
to a coolant mixture ratio specified
as soon as possible.CHANGING ENGINE COOLANTIf major cooling system repairs are required,
contact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. The
service procedures can be found in the appro-
priate NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.
WARNING
.To avoid the danger of being
scalded, never change the coolant
when the engine is hot. .
Never remove the radiator filler cap
and the coolant reservoir cap when
the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure
fluid escaping from the radiator and
reservoir.
. Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
. Keep coolant out of reach of chil-
dren and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 19-1/2 gal 16-1/4 gal 73.8 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 93 AKI (RON 98)*1
Engine oil*4
Mobil 1, 0W-40*2
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5-7/8 4-7/8 5.5
Without oil filter change 5-1/4 4-3/8 5.0
Cooling system With reservoir 11-5/8 9-5/8 11.0 Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent*7
Reservoir 1-1/2 1-1/4 1.4
Transmission oil — — — Genuine NISSAN Transmission Oil R35 Special*3
Differential oil (front and rear) — — — Castrol SAF-XJ 75W-140*3
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*6
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special DOT4*8
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*5
Air conditioning system lubricants — — — NISSAN UV Luminous Oil
Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1: For additional information, see the following section. (
“FUEL RECOMMENDATION” page 9-3)
*2: Mobil 1, 0W-40 (100% synthetic) is the factory fill oil. The VR38 engine with its plasma-sprayed bores was developed using this oil. NISSAN cannot ensure proper engine operation and durability if other 0W-40 synthetic oil is used. If Mobil 1, 0W-40 is not available, Mobil 1, 10W-40 (100% synthetic) may be used; however, some performance loss may be noticed. For additional information, see the following section.
(
“ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION” page 9-4)
*3: The use of fluids and lubricants other than the specified may cause vehicle malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle repairs.
*4: For additional information, see the following section. (
“ENGINE OIL” page 8-12)
*5: For additional information, see the following section. (“AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL” page 9-10)
*6: DEXRON
TMVI type ATF or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid may also be used.
*7: For additional information, see the following section. (
“ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM” page 8-9)
*8: Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special DOT4 is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other related parts were specially designed for this brake fluid and NISSAN cannot ensure the best performance and proper operation of the vehicle if other brake fluid is used.
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Technical and consumer information
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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Differential oil ..................................... GTR-2
Dimensions ........................................... 9-8
Distance to empty ................................. 2-16
Distortion of rear wing ........................... GTR-8
Door pocket ........................................ 2-55
Door/trunk open warning .......................... 2-38
Doors ................................................. 3-4
Draining of coolant water ......................... 5-42
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................. 5-7
Drive belts .......................................... 8-17
Drive computer ..................................... 2-13
Driving All-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions .... 5-7
Cold weather driving .......................... 5-42
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ............. 5-7
Driving on SNOW or ice ...................... 5-42
Driving the vehicle ............................. 5-13
Driving tips ..................................... 5-19
Noises are heard while driving .............. GTR-8
Precautions before driving .................. GTR-5
Precautions when starting and driving ......... 5-2
Dual clutch transmission ................. GTR-9, 5-13
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Elapsed time and trip odometer .................. 2-15
Emergency trunk lid release ....................... 3-21
Emission control information label ................ 9-10
Emission control system warranty ................ 9-15
Engine ................................................ 9-6
Before starting the engine .................... 5-11
Changing engine coolant ...................... 8-11
Changing engine oil and filter ................. 8-12Checking engine coolant level
................ 8-11
Checking engine oil level ...................... 8-12
Engine block heater ........................... 5-43
Engine compartment ........................... 8-22
Engine compartment check locations .......... 8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-6
Engine cooling system .......................... 8-9
Engine oil .............................. GTR-2, 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ....... 9-4
Engine oil level display ........................ 2-11
Engine oil low pressure warning .............. 2-32
Engine serial number ............................ 9-9
Engine settings. .............................. GTR-4
Engine speed is restricted .................. GTR-7
Engine start operation indicator .............. 2-40
Engine system warning ........................ 2-32
Operating range for engine start ............... 5-8
Starting the engine ............................ 5-11
Environmental factors influence the rate of
corrosion. ............................................. 7-5
Event data recorders .............................. 9-17
Exhaust gas .......................................... 5-2
Exhaust muffler ................................... GTR-3
Explanation of maintenance items .................. 8-3
Exterior and interior lights ......................... 8-27
Exterior parts ..................................... GTR-3
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F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ........... 9-9
Features of each mode ............................ 5-23
Flat tire ................................................ 6-2
Flat towing .......................................... 9-14
Floor mats ............................................ 7-4 Fluid
Brake fluid ............................. GTR-3, 8-14
Fluid level check ............................... 8-16
Fluids ......................................... GTR-6
Low brake fluid warning ....................... 2-34
Low washer fluid warning ..................... 2-38
Power steering fluid ........................... 8-13
Window washer fluid .......................... 8-15
Freeing a frozen door lock ........................ 5-42
Front seat-mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag and roof-mounted
curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...................... 1-40
Front seats ........................................... 1-2
Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning ......... 2-35
Fuel Average fuel consumption and speed ........ 2-15
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................... 9-2
Closing the fuel-filler door .................... 3-24
Current fuel consumption ..................... 2-14
Fuel gauge ....................................... 2-7
Fuel recommendation ............................ 9-3
Fuel-filler door .................................. 3-22
Increasing fuel economy ....................... 5-33
Low fuel warning ............................... 2-37
Opening the fuel filler door ................... 3-23
Refueling precautions ....................... GTR-7
Refueling stops before the tank is full ...... GTR-7
Fuses ............................................... 8-22
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Gasoline smell ................................... GTR-7
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