2009 NISSAN GT-R load capacity

Black plate (264,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
WARNING
.
Improperly inflated tires can fail
suddenly and cause an accident.
.
The Gross Vehicle Weight rating
(GVWR) is located on the F.M.V.
S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
bel. The vehicle weight capacity
is indicated on the Tire and
Loading Information label (if so
equipped) . Do not load your
vehicle beyond this capacity.
Overloading your vehicle may
result in reduced tire life, unsafe
operating conditions due to pre-
mature tire failure, or unfavor-
able handling characteristics
and could also lead to a serious
accident. Loading beyond the
specified capacity may also re-
sult in failure of other vehicle
components.
.
Before taking a long trip, or
when ever you heavily load your
vehicle, use a tire pressure
gauge to ensure that the tire
pressures are at the specified
level.
.
For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Important
Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Cana-
da) in the Warranty Information
Booklet.
NOTE:.Use only genuine GT-R tires and road
wheels or an equivalent. Proper use of
NISSAN recommended tires provides
the greatest potential for maximum
performance.
— Genuine GT-R tires and road
wheels or an equivalent help
achieve maximum cornering perfor-
mance.
— Genuine GT-R tires and road wheels or an equivalent help pro-
vide road holding in the event of
decreased tire pressure and punc-
tures.
— Genuine GT-R tires and road wheels or an equivalent help pre-
vent the decrease of straight-run-
ning stability caused by uneven tire
wear due to highly rigid wheels and
wide tires.
. Do not reuse the tires that were once removed from the road wheels. Be-
cause the tires used with this vehicle
are more rigid than ordinary tires, they
may be damaged when they are re-
moved. Even if there is no visible
damage, reusing these tires is not safe
and may cause an accident. In addition,
the tires may be cut when they are
removed from the road wheels in order
to prevent scratches to the road
wheels.
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Black plate (265,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABEL*1
Seating capacity: The maximum num-
ber of occupants that can be seated
in the vehicle.
*2
Vehicle load limit: See the following
section. (
“VEHICLE LOADING IN-
FORMATION” page 9-11)
*3
Original size: The size of the tires
originally installed on the vehicle at
the factory.
*4
Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to
this pressure when the tires are cold.
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. The
recommended cold tire inflation is set
by the manufacturer to provide the
best balance of tire wear, vehicle
handling, driveability, tire noise, etc.,
up to the vehicle’s GVWR.
*5
Tire size — see the following section.
(
“TIRE LABELING” page 8-33)
*6
Spare tire size or compact spare tire
size (if so equipped)Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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Black plate (272,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
speed rating and load carrying capacity as
originally equipped. (
“WHEELS AND
TIRES” page 9-7)
WARNING
. The use of tires other than those
specified or the mixed use of tires of
different brands, construction (bias,
bias-belted, radial or run-flat) , or
tread patterns can adversely affect
the ride, braking, VDC system, hand-
ling, ground clearance, body-to-tire
clearance, tire chain clearance,
speedometer calibration, headlight
aim and bumper height. Some of
these effects may lead to accidents
and could result in serious personal
injury.
. If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear,
degrade vehicle handling character-
istics, affect the VDC system and/or
cause interference with the brake
discs. Such interference can lead to
decreased braking efficiency and/or
early brake pad wear. (
“WHEELS AND TIRES” page
9-7)
. When a wheel is replaced, tire
pressure will not be indicated, the
TPMS will not function and the low
tire pressure warning light will flash
for approximately 1 minute and
remain on after the 1 minute. Con-
tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer
as soon as possible for tire replace-
ment and/or system resetting.
. Replacing tires with those not ori-
ginally specified by NISSAN could
affect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
. Do not install a damaged or de-
formed wheel or tire even if it has
been repaired. Such wheels or tires
could have structural damage and
could fail without warning.
. Never use retread tires.
. For additional information regard-
ing tires, refer to “Important Tire
Safety Information” (US) or “Tire
Safety Information” (Canada) in the
Warranty Information Booklet.
. Always use tires of the specified
type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted, radial or run-flat) , and
tread pattern on all four wheels.
Failure to do so may result in a
circumference difference between
tires on the front and rear axles
which will cause excessive tire wear
and may damage the transmission,
transfer case and differential gears.
Wheel balanceUnbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be performed
with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing
the rear wheels on the vehicle could lead to
mechanical damage.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the War-
ranty Information Booklet.Care of wheels.
Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle
to maintain their appearance.
. Clean the inner side of the wheels when the
wheel is changed or the underside of the
vehicle is washed.
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Black plate (31,1)
9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants............ 9-2
Fuel recommendation ...................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ............... 9-4
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ........................................... 9-5
Specifications. ................................................... 9-6
Engine ......................................................... 9-6
Wheels and tires ............................................ 9-7
Dimensions ................................................... 9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ............................................................ 9-8
Vehicle identification ........................................... 9-8
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .............. 9-8
Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) ..... 9-9
Engine serial number ...................................... 9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 9-9
Emission control information label .................... 9-10
Tire and loading information label ..................... 9-10
Air conditioner specification label ..................... 9-10
Installing front license plate ................................ 9-11
Vehicle loading information ................................. 9-11 Terms
........................................................ 9-11
Vehicle load capacity .................................... 9-12
Loading tips ................................................ 9-13
Measurement of weights ................................ 9-13
Towing a trailer ................................................ 9-14
Flat towing ..................................................... 9-14
Uniform tire quality grading ................................. 9-14
Treadwear .................................................. 9-14
Traction AA, A, B and C ................................ 9-14
Temperature A, B and C ................................ 9-15
Emission control system warranty ......................... 9-15
Reporting safety defects (US only) ....................... 9-16
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ....................................................... 9-16
Event data recorders (EDR) ................................ 9-17
Vehicle status data recorder (VSDR) ..................... 9-18
Handling of data .......................................... 9-18
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-18 In the event of a collision ............................... 9-19
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Black plate (289,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
Make sure that the two POP
®nuts as illustrated
are enclosed in the plastic bag. They are used
for front license plate installation.
To install the front license plate to your vehicle,
contact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
.
It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area inside the vehi-
cle. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to
be seriously injured or killed.
.
Do not allow people to ride in
any area of vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat
belts.
.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle
is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
TERMSIt is important to familiarize yourself with the
following terms before loading your vehicle:.
Curb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, fluids
or emergency tools. This weight does
not include passengers and cargo.
.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.
.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
- maximum total combined weight of the
unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage,
hitch, trailer tongue load and any other
optional equipment. This information is
located on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
label.
.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion is located on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.
S.S. label.
.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rat-
ing) - The maximum total weight rating
of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and
trailer.
.
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,
Total load capacity - maximum total
weight limit specified of the load
(passengers and cargo) for the vehicle.
This is the maximum combined weight
of occupants and cargo that can be
loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is
used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue
weight must be included as part of the
cargo load. This information is located
on the Tire and Loading Information
label.Technical and consumer information
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Black plate (290,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
.
Cargo capacity - permissible weight of
cargo, the weight of total occupants
weight subtracted from the load limit.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITYDo not exceed the load limit of your vehicle
shown as “The combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading
Information label. Do not exceed the
number of occupants shown as “Seating
Capacity” on the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label.
To get “the combined weight of occupants
and cargo”, add the weight of all occu-
pants, then add the total luggage weight.
Examples are shown in the illustration.
Steps for determining correct load
limit1.
Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on
your vehicle’s placard.
2.
Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding
in your vehicle.
3.
Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.
4.
The resulting figure equals the available
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Black plate (291,1)
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
amount of cargo and luggage load
capacity. For example, if the XXX
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb. passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or
640 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.)
5.
Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
6.
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity
of your vehicle.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle.
(“MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS” page
9-13)
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the Tire and Loading Information label.
LOADING TIPS.
The GVW must not exceed GVWR or
GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S./
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
.
Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.
WARNING
.
Properly secure all cargo to help
prevent it from sliding or shift-
ing. Do not place cargo higher
than the seatbacks. In a sudden
stop or collision, unsecured car-
go could cause personal injury.
.
Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum front and rear
GAWRs. If you do, parts of your
vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change the
way your vehicle handles. This
could result in loss of control
and cause personal injury.
.
Overloading could not only
shorten the life of your vehicleand the tires, but also could lead
to hazardous vehicle handling
and long braking distance. This
may cause a premature tire
malfunction, which could result
in a serious accident and perso-
nal injury. Repairs due to over-
loading the vehicle are not
covered by the vehicle’s war-
ranty. (See the 2009 NISSAN
GT-R Warranty Information
Booklet.)
MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSSecure loose items to prevent weight shifts
that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive
to a scale and weigh the front and the rear
wheels separately to determine axle loads.
Individual axle loads should not exceed
either of the gross axle weight ratings
(GAWR) . The total of the axle loads should
not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) . These ratings are given on the
vehicle certification label. If weight ratings
are exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.Technical and consumer information
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10-6
Locking with power door lock switch.......... 3-5
Push-button ignition switch ..................... 5-8
Rear window defroster switch ................ 2-46
Trunk lid release switch ....................... 3-19
Trunk open request switch .................... 3-19
Trunk release power cancel switch ........... 3-20
VDC, transmission and suspension setup
switches ........................................ 5-21
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-45
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Tachometer ........................................... 2-6
Temperature A, B and C .......................... 9-15
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ........... 1-9
Three-way catalyst ................................... 5-2
Tight corner braking phenomenon ................ 5-35
Tilt/telescopic steering column ................... 3-25
Tire All-season tires ............................... GTR-5
Changing wheels and tires .................... 8-37
Checking the tire pressure .................... 8-32
Flat tire ............................................ 6-2
Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning ..... 2-35
Inspection and adjustments of tires,
suspension and brakes ...................... GTR-6
Low tire pressure warning .................... 2-36
Run-flat tire warning ........................... 2-36
Run-flat tires ..................................... 6-2
Summer tires ................................. GTR-5
Tire and loading information label ..... 8-31, 9-10
Tire chains ...................................... 8-36
Tire dressing ..................................... 7-3
Tire equipment ................................. 5-42
Tire labeling .................................... 8-33 Tire pressure
................................... 8-29
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ......... 5-3, 6-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System warning . . . 2-37
Tires ............................................. 5-35
Tires and road wheels ....................... GTR-3
Types of tires ................................... 8-35
Uneven wear of tires ......................... GTR-8
Uniform tire quality grading ................... 9-14
Wheel alignment inspection and
adjustment .................................... GTR-4
Wheels and tires .......................... 8-29, 9-7
To protect your vehicle from corrosion ............. 7-6
Top tether strap child restraint .................... 1-16
Towing Flat towing ...................................... 9-14
Towing a trailer ................................. 9-14
Towing recommended by NISSAN ............. 6-8
Towing your vehicle .............................. 6-7
Traction AA, A, B and C .......................... 9-14
Transmission Dual clutch transmission ............. GTR-9, 5-13
Transmission clutch high temperature
warning ......................................... 2-33
Transmission oil ....................... GTR-2, 8-13
Transmission oil high temperature
warning ......................................... 2-33
Transmission operation characteristics .... GTR-10
Transmission position indicator ................. 2-7
Transmission settings ........................ GTR-4
Transmission system check display .......... 2-12
Transmission system warning ................. 2-33
VDC, transmission and suspension setup
switches ........................................ 5-21
Treadwear .......................................... 9-14
Troubleshooting guide ............................. 3-16 Trunk
................................................ 3-19
Trunk lid release switch ........................... 3-19
Trunk open request switch ........................ 3-19
Trunk release power cancel switch ............... 3-20
Turbocharger system .............................. 5-26
Types of tires ....................................... 8-35
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Underbody ............................................ 7-3
Uneven wear of tires ............................. GTR-8
Uniform tire quality grading ....................... 9-14
Upshift indicator ..................................... 2-8
Using the washer .................................. 2-46
Using the wipers ................................... 2-45
V
Vanity mirror ........................................ 3-28
Vanity mirror lights ................................. 2-60
VDC, transmission and suspension setup
switches ............................................ 5-21
Vehicle Dynamic Control off mode ............. GTR-5
Vehicle Dynamic Control system ................. 5-40
Vehicle Dynamic Control system warning ........ 2-35
Vehicle identification ................................. 9-8
Vehicle identification number .................... 9-9
Vehicle identification number plate ............. 9-8
Vehicle information display ........................ 2-10
Vehicle load capacity .............................. 9-12
Vehicle loading information ........................ 9-11
Vehicle recovery ...................................... 6-9
Vehicle security system ............................ 2-42
Vehicle speed ...................................... 2-14
Vehicle status data recorder ...................... 9-18
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