
Black plate (20,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
1. Coat hooks (P.2-56)
2. Inside lock knob (P.3-5)
3. Interior light control switch (P.2-58)
4. Map lights (P.2-58)
5. Sun visors (P.3-26)
6. Sunglasses holder (P.2-54)7. Inside rearview mirror (P.2-60, P.3-26)
8. Center console box (P.2-56)
9. Cup holders (P.2-53)
10. Power window switches (P.2-56)
11. Window lock button (P.2-57)
12. Power door lock switch (P.3-5)0-6
Illustrated table of contents
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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Black plate (11,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
No key warning............................................ 2-39
Operation displays ........................................... 2-39
Engine start operation indicator ....................... 2-40
Shift “P” warning. ......................................... 2-40
“PUSH” warning .......................................... 2-40
Steering lock release malfunction indicator ......... 2-41
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ...................... 2-41
Intelligent Key removal indicator ....................... 2-41
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator .......... 2-42
Security systems .............................................. 2-42
Vehicle security system .................................. 2-42
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................. 2-43
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................... 2-45
Using the wipers .......................................... 2-45
Using the washer ......................................... 2-46
Rear window defroster switch ............................. 2-46
Headlight and turn signal switch .......................... 2-47
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-47
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-48
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 2-50
Horn ............................................................. 2-50
Heated seats (if so equipped) ............................. 2-51
Turning on the heaters ................................... 2-51
Turning off the heaters ................................... 2-51 Power outlets
.................................................. 2-52
Storage ......................................................... 2-53
Cup holders ................................................ 2-53
Sunglasses holder ........................................ 2-54
Door pocket ................................................ 2-55
Glove box .................................................. 2-55
Console box ............................................... 2-56
Coat hooks ................................................. 2-56
Windows ....................................................... 2-56
Power windows ........................................... 2-56
Interior lights ................................................... 2-58
Map lights .................................................. 2-58
Interior light control switch ............................. 2-59
Vanity mirror lights ............................................ 2-60
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver. ......................... 2-60
Programming HomeLink
®............................... 2-60
Programming HomeLink®for Canadian
customers .................................................. 2-62
Operating the HomeLink®Universal
Transceiver ................................................. 2-62
Programming trouble-diagnosis ....................... 2-62
Clearing the programmed information ................ 2-63
Reprogramming a single HomeLink
®button ........ 2-63
If your vehicle is stolen .................................. 2-63
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Black plate (82,1)
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)
2-10
Instruments and controls
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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Black plate (130,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
Automatic adjusting function
CAUTION
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.
The power window has an automatic adjusting
function. When the door is being opened, the
window is automatically lowered slightly to avoid
contact between the window and the side roof
panel. When the door is closed, the window is
automatically raised slightly.
While the automatic adjusting function does not
work, the window will be controlled as follows:
. When the door is opened, the window
lowers for approximately 2 seconds.
. While the door is open, the window cannot
be raised.If the windows do not close auto-
maticallyIf the power window automatic function (closing
only) does not operate properly, perform the
following procedure to initialize the power
window system. 1. Push the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window more than halfway by
operating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the switch
more than 3 seconds after the window is
closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic function to
confirm the initialization is complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function does
not operate properly after performing the pro-
cedure above, have your vehicle checked by a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
MAP LIGHTSPush the button as illustrated to turn the light on
or off.
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Instruments and controls
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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Black plate (131,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCHThe interior light control switch has three
positions: ON
*1, DOOR
*2
and OFF
*3.
ON positionWhen the switch is in the ON position
*1, the
map lights will illuminate.
NOTICE
Do not use the light for extended
periods of time with the engine
stopped. This could result in a dis-
charged battery.
NOTE:The lights will also turn off after 30
minutes when the lights remain illumi-
nated after the ignition switch has been
pushed to the OFF or LOCK position to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.DOOR positionWhen the switch is in the DOOR position
*2,
the map lights will turn on when the door is
opened and turn off when the door is closed.
The map lights will turn off approximately 15
seconds after the door is closed with the ignition
switch in the OFF or LOCK position.
NOTE:When the interior light control switch is in
the DOOR position and the door is open,
the light will remain on even when the map
light switch is pressed to turn off.Key-linked interior light control system:The map lights will turn on and off linked with the
locking and unlocking of the door.
This function operates when the interior light
control switch is in the DOOR position.
. When entering the vehicle
When the driver’s seat door is unlocked, the
map light illuminates for approximately 15 seconds, then it turns off.
While the map light is on, if the ignition switch is
pushed to the Acc or ON position, or if the
driver’s side door is locked, the light turns off.
.
When exiting the vehicle
When the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
or LOCK position, the map lights turn on for
approximately 15 seconds, then it turns off.
If the driver’s side door is locked while the map
lights are on, the light turns off.
NOTE:It is possible to cancel the key-linked
interior light control system setting. See
the separate Multi Function Display Own-
er’s Manual.OFF positionWhen the switch is in the OFF position
*3, the
map lights will not illuminate, regardless of any
condition.
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Black plate (28,1)
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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Black plate (261,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTSItemWattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight assembly** low-beam (Xenon) 35D2S
high-beam (Halogen) 65H9
Front turn signal light* 287444NA
Clearance light* 5W5W
Front side marker light* 5W5W
Rear combination light* back-up 16W16W
turn signal 21WY21W
stop/tail LED—
Rear side marker light* LED—
License plate light* 5W5W
Map light 8—
Vanity mirror light 2—
Step light* 8—
Trunk light* 3.4—
High-mounted stop light* LED
—
*: See a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for replacement.
**: Always check with the Parts Department at a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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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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