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WARNING
Antifreeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodi-
cally. Add window washer fluid when the low
washer fluid warning appears on the vehicle
information display. (
“LOW WASHER
FLUID WARNING” page 2-38)
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the
cap off the reservoir tank and pour the window
washer fluid into the tank opening. Add a washer solvent to the washer for better
cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield
washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for the mixture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving
conditions require an increased amount of
window washer fluid.
NOTICE
.
Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the
paint.
. Do not fill the window washer
reservoir tank with washer fluid
concentrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
window washer reservoir tank.NOTE:Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recommended
levels before pouring the fluid into the
window washer reservoir. Do not use the
window washer reservoir to mix the
washer fluid concentrate and water.
.Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
. If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the negative ( ) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharging it.PRECAUTIONS
NOTICE
When the battery cable is removed from
the battery terminal, do not close either
of the front doors. The automatic win-
dow adjusting function will not work,
and the side roof panel may be da-
maged.
To disconnect the negative ( ) battery terminal,
perform the procedure in the following order.
Otherwise, the window and the side roof panel
may contact and be damaged.
1. Close the windows.
2. Open the hood.
3. Close and lock all the doors.
4. Disconnect the negative ( ) battery terminal.
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If you have a flat tire, see the following
section. (
“FLAT TIRE” page 6-2)
CAUTION
A GT-R certified NISSAN dealer should
perform a tire change. It will be neces-
sary to reset the tire pressure sensors.
To change the tires, contact a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer.
Be sure to use the tires and wheels together as
a set that are designated for use with this
vehicle.
When tire replacement is required, replacing the
tires as a set of four with new tires is
recommended. However, if a tire is punctured
or damaged, it may be possible to replace only
the damaged tire. Determining whether one tire
or a complete set of tires should be replaced is
based on a number of factors including tire wear
and condition. Contact your GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer. They can recommend if an
individual tire or a complete set should be
replaced.TIRE PRESSURE
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires. When the low tire pressure
warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. The system also
displays pressure of all tires on the multi function
display by sending a signal from a sensor that is
installed in each wheel.
The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) .
Also, this system may not detect a sudden drop
in tire pressure. (
“Low tire pressure warn-
ing light” page 2-25) (
“TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)” page 5-3)
(
“Flat tire” page 8-35)
Tire inflation pressureCheck the tire pressure often and always
prior to long distance trips. The recom-
mended tire pressure specifications are
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label
or the Tire and Loading Information label (if
so equipped) under the “Cold Tire Pres-
sure” heading. The Tire and Loading
Information label is affixed to the driver
side door end. Tire pressures should be
checked regularly because:.
Most tires naturally lose air over time.
.
Tires can lose air suddenly when driven
over potholes or other objects or if the
vehicle strikes a curb while parking.
NOTE:. You can check the pressure of all four
tires on the multi function display. See
the separate Multi Function Display
Owner’s Manual.
. The tires of this vehicle are filled with
nitrogen gas. When the tire pressure is
low, fill the tires with nitrogen. Contact
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for
information on filling the tires with
nitrogen.
. If nitrogen is not available, compressed
air may be safely used under normal
driving conditions. However, NISSAN
recommends refilling with nitrogen for
maximum tire performance.The tire pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold. The tires are
considered COLD after the vehicle has
been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven
less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate
speeds.
Incorrect tire pressure, including un-
derinflation, may adversely affect tire
life and vehicle handling.
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CHECKING THE TIRE PRESSURE1.
Remove the valve stem cap from the
tire.
2.
Press the pressure gauge squarely onto
the valve stem. Do not press too hard or
force the valve stem sideways, or air will
escape. If the hissing sound of air
escaping from the tire is heard while
checking the pressure, reposition the
gauge to eliminate this leakage.
3.
Remove the gauge.
4.
Read the tire pressure on the gauge
stem and compare it to the specifica-tion shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label.
5.
Add air to the tire as needed. If too
much air is added, press the core of the
valve stem briefly with the tip of the
gauge stem to release pressure. Re-
check the pressure and add or release
air as needed.
6.
Install the valve stem cap.
7.
Check the pressure of all other tires,
including the spare.
NOTE:.
You can check the pressure of all
four tires on the multi function
display. See the separate Multi
Function Display Owner’s Manual.
.
The tires of this vehicle are filled
with nitrogen gas. When the tire
pressure is low, fill the tires with
nitrogen. Contact a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer for information on
filling the tires with nitrogen.
.
If nitrogen is not available, com-
pressed air may be safely used
under normal driving conditions.
However, NISSAN recommends re-
filling with nitrogen for maximumtire performance.
Summer tires:
SIZECOLD TIRE
INFLATION
PRESSURE
FRONT
ORIGINAL
TIRE 255/40ZR-
F20 (97Y)
29 PSI
(200 kPa)
REAR
ORIGINAL TIRE 285/35ZR-
F20 (100Y)
29 PSI
(200 kPa)
All-season tires:
SIZECOLD TIRE
INFLATION
PRESSURE
FRONT
ORIGINAL
TIRE 255/40R-
F20 97W
29 PSI
(200 kPa)
REAR
ORIGINAL TIRE 285/35R-
F20 100W
29 PSI
(200 kPa)
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TYPES OF TIRES
WARNING
.When changing or replacing tires,
be sure all four tires are of the same
type (Examples: Summer or All
Season) and construction. A GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer may be able
to help you with information about
tire type, size, speed rating and
availability.
. Replacing tires with those not ori-
ginally specified by NISSAN could
affect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
. For additional information regard-
ing tires, refer to “Important Tire
Safety Information” (US) or “Tire
Safety Information” (Canada) in the
Warranty Information Booklet.All-season tiresNISSAN specifies all-season tires on some
models to provide good performance for use
all year around, including snowy and icy road
conditions. All-season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON on the tire sidewall.
Summer tiresThe GT-R summer tires are made from a
specially formulated rubber to maximize the
vehicle’s performance capabilities. Performance
of summer tires is substantially reduced when
temperatures are less than 32 8F(0 8C) so you
must drive carefully. NISSAN recommends the
use of winter or all-season tires on all four
wheels if you plan to operate your vehicle in
snowy or icy conditions when temperatures are
less than 32 8F(0 8C) .
WARNING
Never use summer tires when the
temperature is below 48 F( 20 8C) to
prevent permanent tread deformation
which may cause tire damage or tire
failure. This may cause a loss of vehicle
control which can result in serious
personal injury or death.Run-flat tiresYour vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires. You
can continue driving to a safe location even if
they are punctured. Always use run-flat tires of
the specified size on all four wheels. Mixing tire
sizes or construction may reduce vehicle hand-
ling stability. If necessary, contact a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer for assistance. Frequently check the tire pressure information
display on the monitor screen and adjust
pressure of each tire properly. See the separate
Multi Function Display Owner’s Manual.
It can be difficult to tell if a run-flat tire is under-
inflated or flat. Check the tire pressures as
described earlier in this section. If the tire
becomes under-inflated while driving, the low
tire pressure warning light will come on. If the
tire becomes flat while driving, the low tire
pressure warning light and the run-flat tire
warning display will come on.
Low tire pressure:If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the low tire pressure warning light will
illuminate.Flat tire:If the vehicle is being driven with one or more flat
tires, the run-flat tire warning display will appear
continuously on the vehicle information display
and a chime will sound for 10 seconds.
The chime will only sound at the first indication
of a flat tire and the run-flat tire warning display
will illuminate continuously. When the flat tire
warning is activated, have the system reset and
the tire checked and replaced if necessary by a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. Even if the tire is
inflated to the specified COLD tire pressure, the
warning light will continue to illuminate until the
system is reset by a GT-R certified NISSAN
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dealer.
If the low tire pressure and the run-flat tire
warning appears on the vehicle information
display:
.Do not exceed 50 MPH (80 km/h) .
. Increase your following distance to allow for
increased stopping distances.
. Avoid sudden maneuvers, hard cornering
and hard braking.
WARNING
.Although you can continue driving
with a punctured run-flat tire, re-
member that vehicle handling sta-
bility is reduced, which could lead to
an accident and personal injury.
Also, driving a long distance at high
speeds may damage the tire.
. Do not drive at speeds above 50
MPH (80 km/h) and do not drive
more than 50 miles (80 km) with a
punctured run-flat tire. The actual
distance the vehicle can be driven
on a flat tire depends on outside
temperature, vehicle load, road con-
ditions and other factors.
. Drive safely at reduced speeds. Avoid hard cornering or braking,
which may cause you to lose control
of the vehicle.
NOTICE
.
Never install tire chains on a punc-
tured run-flat tire, as this could
damage your vehicle.
. Avoid driving over any projection or
pothole, as the clearance between
the vehicle and the ground is smal-
ler than normal.
. Do not enter an automated car wash
with a punctured run-flat tire.
. Have the punctured tire replaced by
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer as
soon as possible, as the tire’s
performance capability is reduced.Tires for All-Wheel Drive (AWD)If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with tires
of the specified size, brand, construction and
tread pattern. The tire pressure and wheel
alignment should also be checked and cor-
rected as necessary. Contact a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
TIRE CHAINSUse of tire chains may be prohibited according
to location. Check the local laws before instal-
ling tire chains. When installing tire chains, make
sure they are of proper size for the tires on your
vehicle and are installed according to the chain
manufacturer instructions. Use only SAE class
S chains. Class “S” chains are used on vehicles
with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles
that can use Class “S” chains are designed to
meet the SAE standard minimum clearances
between the tire and the closest vehicle
suspension or body component required to
accommodate the use of a winter traction device
(tire chains or cables) . The minimum clearances
are determined using the factory equipped tire
size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by the tire
chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose
end links of the tire chain must be secured or
removed to prevent the possibility of whipping
action damage to the fenders or undercarriage.
If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when
using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be da-
maged and/or vehicle handling and performance
may be adversely affected.NOTE:Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
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10-2
D
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
E
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
F
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
G
Gasoline smell ................................... GTR-7
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GaugeEngine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-6
Fuel gauge ....................................... 2-7
Meters and gauges .............................. 2-4
General maintenance .......................... 8-2, 8-3
Glass ................................................. 7-3
Glove box. .......................................... 2-55
GT-R performance optimization services ....... GTR-4
GT-R special specification parts ................ GTR-2
GT-R specific information ....................... GTR-2
GT-R specific vehicle characteristics ........... GTR-7
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 2-50
Headlight Headlight and turn signal switch ............. 2-47
Headlight switch ............................... 2-48
Headlights ...................................... 8-26
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-47
Heated seats ....................................... 2-51
High performance brake system .................. 8-21
Hill Start Assist .................................... 5-31
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-60
Hood ................................................ 3-17
Horn ................................................ 2-50
I
Idle speed is not steady ......................... GTR-7
If your vehicle is stolen ............................ 2-63
If your vehicle overheats ............................. 6-6
Ignition switch operation ............................ 5-8
Ignition switch positions ............................. 5-9
In the event of a collision .......................... 9-19 Increasing fuel economy
........................... 5-33
Indicator lights ..................................... 2-28
Indicators and display ............................. 5-29
Injured persons ....................................... 1-9
Inside mirror ........................................ 3-26
Inspection and adjustments of tires,
suspension and brakes .......................... GTR-6
Installing front license plate ....................... 9-11
Instrument brightness control ..................... 2-10
Instrument panel ..................................... 2-3
Intelligent Key ........................................ 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge .................. 5-10
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ....... 2-42
Intelligent Key battery replacement ............... 8-23
Intelligent Key functions ............................. 3-9
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ................. 2-41
Intelligent Key removal indicator .................. 2-41
Intelligent Key system ............................... 3-8
Interior light control switch ........................ 2-59
Interior lights ....................................... 2-58
J
Jacking vehicle and removing wheels ............ 8-39
Jump starting .................................. 6-3, 8-17
K
Key Intelligent Key .................................... 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge .............. 5-10
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator . . . 2-42
Intelligent Key battery replacement ........... 8-23
Intelligent Key functions ......................... 3-9
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ............. 2-41Intelligent Key removal indicator
.............. 2-41
Intelligent Key system ........................... 3-8
Keys............................................... 3-2
Locking with mechanical key .................... 3-6
No key warning ................................ 2-39
Remote keyless entry functions ............... 3-12
L
Light AWD warning light ............................ 5-34
Exterior and interior lights ..................... 8-27
Headlight and turn signal switch ............. 2-47
Headlight switch ............................... 2-48
Headlights ...................................... 8-26
Indicator lights ................................. 2-28
Interior light control switch .................... 2-59
Interior lights ................................... 2-58
Lights ........................................... 8-26
Map lights ...................................... 2-58
Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-43
Vanity mirror lights ............................. 2-60
Warning lights .................................. 2-23
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ....................................... 2-23
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-47
Limited Slip Differential ............................ 5-36
Loading tips ........................................ 9-13
Lock Anti-lock Braking System ..................... 5-39
Anti-lock Braking System warning ............ 2-34
Automatic door lock system .................... 3-5
Freeing a frozen door lock .................... 5-42
Locking with inside lock knob .................. 3-5
Locking with mechanical key .................... 3-6
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Locking with power door lock switch.......... 3-5
Steering lock release malfunction
indicator ........................................ 2-41
Low brake fluid warning ........................... 2-34
Low fuel warning ................................... 2-37
Low tire pressure warning ........................ 2-36
Low washer fluid warning ......................... 2-38
Lower anchors and tethers for children
system .............................................. 1-15
M
Maintenance Additional maintenance items ............... GTR-6
Explanation of maintenance items .............. 8-3
General maintenance ...................... 8-2, 8-3
Maintenance information .................... GTR-2
Maintenance precautions ........................ 8-5
Maintenance requirement ....................... 8-2
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance test. . 9-16
Scheduled maintenance ......................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ......................... 1-12
Map lights .......................................... 2-58
Measurement of weights .......................... 9-13
Mechanical Limited Slip Differential
characteristics .................................... GTR-9
Meters and gauges .................................. 2-4
Mirror Inside mirror .................................... 3-26
Mirrors .......................................... 3-26
Outside mirrors ................................ 3-27
Vanity mirror .................................... 3-28
Vanity mirror lights ............................. 2-60
Most common factors contributing to vehicle
corrosion. ............................................. 7-5 Multi Function Display Owner’s Manual
............ 4-2
N
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System .............. 1-36
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............. 2-43
No key warning .................................... 2-39
Noises are heard while driving .................. GTR-8
O
Odometer/twin trip odometer ....................... 2-5
Off-road recovery .................................... 5-6
Oil Changing engine oil and filter ................. 8-12
Checking engine oil level ...................... 8-12
Differential oil ................................. GTR-2
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
Exterior parts ................................. GTR-3
Transmission oil ....................... GTR-2, 8-13
Transmission oil high temperature
warning ......................................... 2-33
Opening and closing the trunk ................... 3-20
Opening the doors. .................................. 3-7
Opening the fuel filler door ....................... 3-23
Opening the hood ................................. 3-17
Operating range for engine start ................... 5-8
Operating the HomeLink
®Universal
Transceiver ......................................... 2-62
Operation displays ................................. 2-39
Outside air temperature ........................... 2-16
Outside door handles ............................... 7-3 Outside mirrors
.................................... 3-27
Outside temperature display indicates higher
temperature ...................................... GTR-7
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ......................... 6-6
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information .......................................... 9-18
P
Parking Parking brake .................................. 5-27
Parking brake break-in ......................... 5-39
Parking brake release warning ................ 2-34
Parking/parking on hills ........................ 5-37
Passenger compartment .......................... 8-23
Power Locking with power door lock switch .......... 3-5
Power outlets .................................. 2-52
Power steering ................................. 5-38
Power steering fluid ........................... 8-13
Power windows ................................ 2-56
Trunk release power cancel switch ........... 3-20
Precautions ......................................... 8-15
All-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions .... 5-7
Braking precautions ........................... 5-38
Maintenance precautions ........................ 8-5
Precautions before driving .................. GTR-5
Precautions on booster seats ................. 1-27
Precautions on child restraints ................ 1-13
Precautions on cruise control ................. 5-28
Precautions on seat belt usage ................. 1-5
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system .......................................... 1-31
Precautions when starting and driving ......... 5-2
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