2009 NISSAN GT-R check oil

Black plate (8,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
The following information applies if you engage
in performance driving such as driving your
GT-R for extended periods under the following
conditions.
.Higher-RPM (approaching redline) opera-
tion
. Frequent high pedal force braking from
moderate and higher speeds
. Frequent throttle activation
. Fast revving throughout the RPM range
In such cases, the following additional main-
tenance guidelines apply.
However, you should also carefully read
your 2009 NISSAN GT-R Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet for important information
concerning warranty coverage, limitations
and exclusions.
We recommend that maintenance be performed
at a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. NISSAN will
only pay for GT-R Performance Optimization
Services performed at a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer.FLUIDS. Before driving, check the fluid levels and
adjust as necessary using the specified fluid.
. Check the amount of fluid for the power steering.
. Be sure to change the fluids listed below
with the specified fluids every 1,800 miles
(3,000 km) .
ITEMS GT-R SPECIFIED FLUIDS
Engine oil Mobil 1, 0W-40*1
Transmission oil Genuine NISSAN Transmission
Oil R35 Special
Differential oil
(front and rear) Castrol SAF-XJ 75W-140
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid
R35 Special DOT4*2
*1: 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 dur-
ability 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 perfor-
mance loss may be noticed.
*2: 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.
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
OF TIRES, SUSPENSION AND
BRAKES. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment.
. Check the tire pressure and the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sen-
sor.
. Make tire pressure adjustments only when
the tires are cool. (
“WHEELS AND
TIRES” page 8-29)
. Secure road wheel balance weights with
aluminum tape or equivalent.
. Check the heat deterioration and wear of the
brakes. (As necessary, the brake pad and
the brake disc rotor must be replaced as a
set of four with new ones.)
REPLENISHING COOLANTCheck the coolant level in the pressurized
coolant reservoir. Adjust the level so that the
fluid is between the MAX and MIN markings. For
the coolant, use genuine NISSAN Long Life
coolant. (On delivery of new vehicle, the
reservoir is filled to the MIN level. Be sure to
replenish approximately 0.3 to 0.4 US quart (0.3
to 0.4 liter) of coolant.)
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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
TRANSMISSION OPERATION CHARACTERISTICS
MechanismOperation characteristics
Base Manual transmission
.
When the temperature of the transmission is high, the decreased friction from idling and driving at low speeds can cause rattling, shaking
and jarring noises. When the temperature of the transmission decreases, the noise will lessen.
.
Clattering noises may be heard while shifting.
Multiple disc wet clutch
.
When stopping the vehicle with the shift lever in the
&Ror&A↔&Mposition, be sure to firmly depress the brake pedal. The vehicle may
slowly move if the brake pedal is not depressed.
.
Never depress the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time. Depressing the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time could
cause:—
The engine to stall
—
The clutch to overheat
—
Transmission damage
.
To prevent stalling or transmission damage, start in first gear. The
&Mposition second gear can be used to start moving the vehicle only
when reduced torque is necessary on snowy roads or extremely slippery surfaces.
.
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.
Electronic oil pressure
control The following conditions are caused due to changes in fluid viscosity as a result of temperature changes.
.
When the transmission fluid is extremely cold or extremely hot, the transmission may feel like it is slipping during shifts or there may be hard
shifts. This is normal. Transmission shifting should return to normal when the transmission fluid returns to normal operating temperatures.
.
When the transmission fluid temperature is extremely cold, the time required to run a system check may increase. During the system check,
the shift lever must stay in the
&Pposition. Move the shift lever after turning off the system check display. Also, it is normal to hear clicking
noises during the transmission systems check.
Changing modes
.
The higher shift speeds in the
&Mposition may result in shift shock and jerkiness when starting or shifting.
.
Quick shifting in the R mode with the transmission in the
&Mposition is available when the engine speed is high. However, the transmission
may shift more slowly when the engine speed is low.
Gear clearances Appropriate gaps are provided between gears to achieve smooth gear rotation and steady tooth surface lubrication under the high-load driving
condition. However, this causes a rattling noise.
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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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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CON-
TROLThe instrument brightness can be adjusted
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Press the switch to adjust the brightness up
*1
or down
*2. The brightness level is shown on
the vehicle information display.
When the headlights are on, the brightness of
the interior switches is also adjusted at the same
time.
NOTE:. The instrument brightness can be ad-
justed separately for daytime and
nighttime conditions. The adjusted set- tings are automatically stored.
. When the battery terminal is discon-
nected, the set memory will be erased
and the setting returns to the default.
The vehicle information display can display the
following information.
.Engine oil level display
. Transmission system check display
. Instrument brightness control level display
(
“INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CON-
TROL” page 2-10)
. Drive computer
(“DRIVE COMPUTER” page 2-13)
. Warning display
(“WARNING DISPLAY” page 2-31)
. Operation display
(“OPERATION DISPLAYS” page 2-
39)
. Cruise control display
(“CRUISE CONTROL” page 5-28)
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
ENGINE OIL LEVEL DISPLAYWhen the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, the engine oil status before starting the
engine is indicated as illustrated.When the oil level is normal“OIL LEVEL OK” is displayed. Press the
displayed LEVEL switch
to check the oil
level.
NOTE:The engine oil level can be displayed after
the “OIL LEVEL OK” display turns off or
while the engine is started and running.
(
“Maintenance” page 2-19)
When the oil level is lowIf the message shown above is displayed, the
engine oil level is low.
Warm up the engine in a level location. After at
least 5 minutes have passed since engine stop,
use the engine oil level gauge to check the oil
level. (
“ENGINE OIL” page 8-12)
If the oil level is low, have additional engine oil
added, or the oil changed, at a GT-R certified
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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
NOTICE
If the vehicle is in a location that is not
level, accurate measurement of the oil
level may not be possible. If “LOW OIL
LEVEL” is displayed, but the level
shown by the oil level gauge is normal,
move the vehicle to a level location and
stop the engine. After at least 5 minutes
have passed, open the driver’s door and
push the ignition switch back to ON. If
the “LOW OIL LEVEL” message appears
again, have engine oil added or the oil
changed.
When the oil level sensor malfunc-
tion occursIf the message shown above is displayed, the
engine oil level sensor may be malfunctioning.
Contact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer im-
mediately.
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM CHECK
DISPLAYThis is displayed after the engine is started while
the transmission system is being checked. It
turns off after a few seconds.NOTE:.During the system check, the shift lever
cannot be moved out of the
&Pposition.
Operate the shift lever after the system
check indicator turns off.
. During winter or at other times when
the temperature is extremely low,
changes in the hydraulic response
characteristics may increase the
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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
MaintenanceThis function can be used to set the various
maintenance intervals and to check the engine
oil level. The reminders shown below are used to
notify the driver of the maintenance intervals.NOTE:Because these are displayed based on the
mileage driven, they do not indicate the
actual conditions of the vehicle. Use these
functions only as a reference.
Input the maintenance distance using the
following items:
.On each setting screen, push the NEXT
switch
to change the mileage. Push and hold the switch to increase the number
every 600 miles (1,000 km) .
. Set to “—” to set no reminders.
. To reset the accumulated mileage to zero,
go to the RESET screen, then push the
NEXT switch
and confirm with the
ENTER switch.
NOTE:. To restore the mileage to the original
figure after resetting, press the NEXT
switch
again.
. When the battery terminal is discon-
nected, the set mileage will be erased
and the settings will return to their
default settings.
Engine oil level:This can be used to check the pre-start oil level
while the engine is running. Select SETTING >
MAINTENANCE > OIL > ENGINE OIL >
LEVEL.
If the low level reminder appears, check the level
using the engine oil dipstick. (
“CHECKING
ENGINE OIL LEVEL” page 8-12)
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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
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):
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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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