2009 NISSAN GT-R ABS

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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 6/ 6
or oil is at a low or extremely high
temperature: The maximum engine speed
is 4,000 RPM
DISTORTION OF REAR WINGWhen the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight on
a hot day, the center of the rear wing may
become distorted. This is normal. When the
surface temperature of the rear wing is reduced,
the shape of the wing should return to normal.UNEVEN WEAR OF TIRESThe NISSAN GT-R is equipped with high
performance, low profile, run-flat tires that are
optimized for performance and handling. The life
of these tires will be less than those of tires
installed on a typical vehicle, and you are likely to
experience uneven tire wear and tire noise
regardless of the type of tire used.NOISES ARE HEARD WHILE DRIV-
ING.The GT-R brake pads use material that
provides a high amount of braking power
even in high temperatures. This material can
cause an intermittent screeching noise when
the brakes are applied. The noise decreases
as the brake pads wear. .
A screeching noise may be heard when the
brake pedal is depressed:
— When driving the vehicle for the first time in the morning,
— After leaving the vehicle parked for extended periods of time, or
— When the vehicle is damp following rain showers or washing the vehicle.
These sounds are normal. The noise is
caused when the brake pads absorb moist-
ure, and the noise stops after the brake is
applied several times.
. A screeching noise may also be heard when
the brake pedal is depressed:
— When repeatedly applying gentle brak- ing, especially on a curve at a low
speed, or
— When the brake rotors have circular scores with the brake temperature high.
. To maintain steady braking performance in
both extremely high and low temperatures,
the gap between the brake pad and caliper
is larger than normal and large-size brake
pads are used. When driving over a bump, a
light rattling sound may be heard from the
brake pad. This does not indicate that there
is a malfunction. .
When the brake disc rotor undergoes
thermal expansion, a rumbling noise may
be heard from the engaging portion of the
wheel and the brake disc rotor. This does
not indicate that there is a malfunction. The
noise will cease when the temperature
decreases.
. In addition to noise resulting from uneven
tire wear discussed in the previous section,
the GT-R tires are more rigid than a typical
passenger car tire and are made from a
specially formulated rubber to maximize the
vehicle’s performance capabilities. These
characteristics cause the GT-R tires to have
more road noise than a typical passenger
car tire. This road noise is normal.
. Due to the performance capabilities and
requirements of the GT-R, the sequential 6-
speed dual clutch transmission is unlike a
typical automatic transmission. You will likely
hear mechanical sounds from the transmis-
sion, particularly at slow speeds and at idle.
This condition is normal.GTR-8
GT-R Overview
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2 Instruments and controls
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
Cockpit............................................................ 2-2
Instrument panel ................................................ 2-3
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-4
Speedometer ................................................ 2-5
Odometer/twin trip odometer ............................ 2-5
Tachometer ................................................... 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................... 2-6
Fuel gauge ................................................... 2-7
Transmission position indicator .......................... 2-7
Upshift indicator ............................................. 2-8
Instrument brightness control .......................... 2-10
Vehicle information display .................................. 2-10
Engine oil level display .................................. 2-11
Transmission system check display ................... 2-12
Drive computer ................................................ 2-13
Current fuel consumption ............................... 2-14
Vehicle speed ............................................. 2-14
Cruise control ............................................. 2-14
Average fuel consumption and speed. ............... 2-15
Elapsed time and trip odometer ....................... 2-15
Distance to empty ........................................ 2-16
Outside air temperature ................................. 2-16
Setting (drive computer) ................................ 2-17
Warning (drive computer) ............................... 2-21
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ....... 2-23
Checking bulbs ........................................... 2-23 Warning lights
............................................. 2-23
Indicator lights ............................................. 2-28
Audible reminders ........................................ 2-30
Warning display ............................................... 2-31
Engine oil low pressure warning ...................... 2-32
Engine system warning .................................. 2-32
Shift lever position warning ............................. 2-32
Transmission system warning .......................... 2-33
Transmission oil high temperature warning ......... 2-33
Transmission clutch high temperature warning. .... 2-33
Parking brake release warning ......................... 2-34
Low brake fluid warning ................................. 2-34
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning ........... 2-34
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
warning ..................................................... 2-35
AWD clutch high temperature warning .............. 2-35
Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning ............. 2-35
AWD system warning .................................... 2-36
Low tire pressure warning .............................. 2-36
Run-flat tire warning ..................................... 2-36
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warning .................................................... 2-37
Cruise control system warning ........................ 2-37
Low fuel warning .......................................... 2-37
Door/trunk open warning. ............................... 2-38
Low washer fluid warning ............................... 2-38
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light
Intelligent Key warning light
Cruise set switch indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light
Low tire pressure warning light
Front passenger air bag status light
Master warning light
High beam indicator light (blue)
Brake warning light
Seat belt warning light
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Supplemental air bag warning light
Slip indicator light
Charge warning light
Transmission warning light
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning light
Cruise main switch indicator light
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and push the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
,
or
,
,
,
,
,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off:
,
or
,
,
,
,
,
If any light does not come on, it may indicate aburned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system checked by
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
WARNING LIGHTS
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warn-
ing light
The
warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off soon
after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, the warning
light will either remain illuminated or blink.
(
“ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD)” page 5-34)
CAUTION
. If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction
in the AWD system. Reduce the
vehicle speed and have your vehicle
checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer as soon as possible.
. If the AWD warning light blinks on
when you are driving:
— blinks rapidly (about twice a
second):
Instruments and controls
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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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Pull off the road in a safe area,
and idle the engine. The driving
mode will change to RWD to
prevent the AWD system from
malfunctioning. If the warning
light turns off, you can drive
again.
— blinks slowly (about once every 2 seconds):
Pull off the road in a safe area,
and idle the engine. Check that
all tire sizes are the same as
that specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label lo-
cated in the driver’s door open-
ing, tire pressure is correct and
tires are not worn. (
“TIRE
AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABEL” page 9-10)
If the tire pressure is insuffi-
cient, fill with nitrogen gas.
Contact a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer about filling with nitro-
gen gas. If nitrogen gas is not
available, compressed air may
be safely used under normal
driving conditions. However,
NISSAN recommends refilling
with nitrogen gas for maximum tire performance.
. If the warning light is still on after
the above operations, have your
vehicle checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates
the ABS is operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may
indicate the ABS is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-
tance. (
“BRAKE SYSTEM” page 5-38)
or
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light comes on when the parking brake is
applied.Low brake fluid warning light:When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid
as necessary. (
“BRAKE FLUID” page
8-14)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator:When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminate, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
brake system checked, and if necessary re-
paired, by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer
promptly. Avoid high-speed driving and abrupt
braking. (
“Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light” page 2-24)
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Instruments and controls
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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE WARN-
INGThis will appear if the vehicle speed is above 4
MPH (7 km/h) with the parking brake applied.
(
“Brake warning light” page 2-24)
(“Parking brake reminder chime” page 2-
30)
LOW BRAKE FLUID WARNINGThis will appear if the brake fluid level becomes
low. (
“Brake warning light” page 2-24)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS) WARNINGThis will appear if the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) is not functioning properly. (
“Anti-
lock Braking System (ABS) warning light” page
2-24) (
“Brake warning light” page 2-24)
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5 Starting and driving
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
Precautions when starting and driving..................... 5-2
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........................ 5-2
Three-way catalyst .......................................... 5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............. 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ........................... 5-5
Off-road recovery ........................................... 5-6
Rapid air pressure loss .................................... 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...................... 5-7
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) driving safety
precautions ................................................... 5-7
Push-button ignition switch .................................. 5-8
Operating range for engine start ........................ 5-8
Ignition switch operation .................................. 5-8
Ignition switch positions ................................... 5-9
Intelligent Key battery discharge ...................... 5-10
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-11
Starting the engine ........................................... 5-11
Driving the vehicle ............................................ 5-13
Dual clutch transmission ................................ 5-13
Driving tips ................................................. 5-19
VDC, transmission and suspension setup
switches ........................................................ 5-21
How to switch the modes .............................. 5-22
Features of each mode .................................. 5-23
Turbocharger system ......................................... 5-26
Parking brake .................................................. 5-27 Cruise control
................................................. 5-28
Precautions on cruise control .......................... 5-28
Steering-wheel-mounted controls ..................... 5-29
Indicators and display ................................... 5-29
Cruise control operations ............................... 5-29
Hill Start Assist ................................................ 5-31
Break-in schedule ............................................ 5-32
Increasing fuel economy .................................... 5-33
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................................... 5-34
AWD warning light ....................................... 5-34
Tight corner braking phenomenon .................... 5-35
Tires ......................................................... 5-35
AWD system characteristics ........................... 5-35
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ............................. 5-36
Parking/parking on hills ...................................... 5-37
Power steering ................................................ 5-38
Brake system .................................................. 5-38
Braking precautions ...................................... 5-38
Parking brake break-in ................................... 5-39
Brake assist .................................................... 5-39
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...................... 5-39
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ................. 5-40
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-42
Freeing a frozen door lock .............................. 5-42
Anti-freeze .................................................. 5-42
Battery ...................................................... 5-42
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Black plate (191,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
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NOTICE
When the vehicle is stopped on a hill,
do not hold the vehicle in place by
depressing the accelerator pedal. Doing
so may cause the clutch to overheat and
result in transmission damage. Use the
brakes to prevent the vehicle from
moving.When parking the vehicle1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. With the foot brake pedal depressed, applythe parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever to the
&Pposition.
4. Check the shift lever position indicator on the instrument panel to confirm that the
&P
position is selected.
5. Push the ignition switch to stop the engine.
WARNING
Before exiting the vehicle, be sure to
move the shift lever to the
&Pposition
and stop the engine. If the engine is
running and the shift lever is not in the
&Pposition, the vehicle may start mov-
ing due to partial engagement of the
clutch or to the effects of gravity on a
slope, or the vehicle may suddenly
accelerate due to accidental operation
of the accelerator pedal, possibly caus-
ing an accident.
The control of the dual clutch transmission,
Bilstein DampTronic
®electronically controlled
shock absorbers and Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) can be changed to the desired modes by
operating the setup switches. Select the desired
mode best suited to the driving conditions.
NOTE:Bilstein DampTronic
®is a registered trade-
mark of ThyssenKrupp Bilstein Suspen-
sion GmbH.
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VDC, TRANSMISSION AND
SUSPENSION SETUP SWITCHES
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Suspension
Set up modeFeatures
.
The damping force of the shock absorbers is set maximum vehicle performance.
.
Riding comfort becomes harder.
Normal (light is off)
.
The damping force of the shock absorbers is variably adjusted for everyday driving or
maximum vehicle performance.
.
The damping force of the shock absorbers is variably adjusted for more comfortable
driving.
.
Movement of the vehicle body is larger than the normal and R modes.
NOTICE
While maximizing vehicle performance,
shock absorber control may automati-
cally be returned to the normal mode. If
theRmodeortheCOMFmodeis
selected in the case above, the suspen-
sion setup switch indicator may turn off.
Operate the suspension setup switch to
the R mode or the COMF mode and
check to make sure the indicator illu-
minates. If the indicator does not illu-
minate, have the system checked by a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Starting and driving
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