2013 NISSAN GT-R heater

Brake assist ........................................................................\
.... 5-48Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ................................ 5-48
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ......................... 5-49
Cold weather driving ............................................................ 5-51
Freeing a frozen door lock ............................................ 5-51
Anti-freeze ........................................................................\
. 5-51 Battery ........................................................................\
...... 5-51
Draining of coolant water ............................................ 5-51
Tire equipment ............................................................... 5-52
Special winter equipment ........................................... 5-52
Driving on snow or ice ................................................ 5-52
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ...................... 5-53

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 208F(−78C) or lower.
To use the engine block heater
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Plug the engine block heater cord into a
grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension cord.
3. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110-
volt AC (VAC) outlet.
4. The engine block heater must be plugged in for at least 2 - 4 hours, depending on
outside temperatures, to properly warm the
engine coolant. Use an appropriate timer to
turn the engine block heater on.
5. Before starting the engine, unplug and properly store the cord to keep it away from
moving parts.
WARNING
.Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical sys-
tem or a 2-pronged adapter. You can
be seriously injured by an electrical
shock if you use an ungrounded connection.
. Disconnect and properly store the
engine block heater cord before
starting the engine. Damage to the
cord could result in an electrical
shock and can cause serious injury.
. Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged
extension cord rated for at least
10A. Plug the extension cord into a
Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) pro-
tected, grounded 110-VAC outlet.
Failure to use the proper extension
cord or a grounded outlet can result
in a fire or electrical shock and
cause serious personal injury.
Starting and driving5-53

6-6In case of emergency
WARNING
Always follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so could result in damage
to the charging system and cause
personal injury.1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle
*A, position the two vehicles (*Aand*B)
to bring their batteries into close proximity to
each other. Do not allow the two vehi-
cles to touch.
2. Apply parking brake. Move the shift lever to the
&Pposition. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (light, heater, air condi-
tioner, etc.).
3. Remove the battery cover. Cover the battery with a firmly wrung out moist cloth to reduce
explosion hazard.
4. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated (
*1?*2?*3?*4).
If the battery is disconnected or dis-
charged, the steering wheel will lock
and cannot be turned. Supply power
using jumper cables before pushing
the ignition switch and disengaging
the steering lock.
CAUTION
. Always connect positive (+) to posi-
tive (+) and negative (−) to body
ground (as illustrated) , not to the
battery.
. Make sure that the jumper cables
do not touch moving parts in the
engine compartment and that
clamps do not contact any other
metal.
5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle
*Aand let it run for a few minutes.

Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Transmission
&Pmechanism: On a fairly
steep hill, check that your vehicle is held
securely with the shift lever in the
&Pposition
without applying any brakes.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to
stop, see a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer
immediately. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake needs
to be adjusted, see a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer. Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjuster
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and
in sufficient quantity when operating the heater
or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe condition require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.
Brake fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines on
the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no belt is
frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine. Wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan before checking the
oil.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes in the engine compartment,
immediately have the exhaust system inspected
by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
(
“Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)” page
5-3)
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel,
oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5

8-12Maintenance and do-it-yourself
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
If major cooling system repairs are required,
contact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. The
service procedures can be found in the appro-
priate NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.
WARNING
.To avoid the danger of being
scalded, never change the coolant
when the engine is hot.
. Never remove the radiator filler cap
and the coolant reservoir cap when
the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure
fluid escaping from the radiator and
reservoir.
. Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
. Keep coolant out of reach of chil-
dren and pets. Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait at least 5
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan before checking the oil.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be within the range
*1. If the
oil level is below
*2, remove the oil filler cap
ENGINE OIL

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Cruise control................................................... 2-15, 5-34
Cruise control operations.......................................... 5-36
Cruise control system warning................................ 2-39
Cup holders.................................................................. 2-55
Current fuel consumption ......................................... 2-15
D
Differential oil............................................................ GTR-4
Dimensions ................................................................... 9-11
Distance to empty....................................................... 2-17
Distortion of rear spoiler...................................... GTR-25
Door pocket.................................................................. 2-57
Door/trunk open warning .......................................... 2-40
Doors................................................................................ 3-4
Draining of coolant water.......................................... 5-51
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving........................... 5-8
Drive belts..................................................................... 8-19
Drive computer ............................................................ 2-14
DrivingAll-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions ...... 5-9
Cold weather driving........................................... 5-51
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving..................... 5-8
Driving on snow or ice........................................ 5-52
Driving the vehicle................................................ 5-15
Driving tips............................................................. 5-21
Precautions when starting and driving .............. 5-3
Driving after replacing tires ................................ GTR-12
Dry carbon fiber rear spoiler ..... GTR-7, GTR-27, 7-4
Dual clutch transmission ......................... GTR-28, 5-15
E
Elapsed time and trip odometer.............................. 2-16
Emergency engine shut off.............................. 5-11, 6-2
Emergency trunk lid release..................................... 3-22
Emission control information label.......................... 9-13
Emission control system warranty........................... 9-19
Engine.............................................................................. 9-8 Before starting the engine................................. 5-13
Changing engine coolant................................... 8-12
Changing engine oil and filter........................... 8-13
Checking engine coolant level.......................... 8-11
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-12
Emergency engine shut off....................... 5-11, 6-2
Engine block heater............................................. 5-53
Engine compartment ........................................... 8-23
Engine compartment check locations................ 8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-7
Engine cooling system........................................ 8-10
Engine oil................................................. GTR-3, 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation........... 9-6
Engine oil level display........................................ 2-12
Engine oil low pressure warning...................... 2-33
Engine serial number........................................... 9-12
Engine start operation indicator ....................... 2-41
Engine system warning....................................... 2-33
Operating range for engine start ..................... 5-10
Starting the engine .............................................. 5-13
Engine and powertrain....................... GTR-15, GTR-23
Engine oil maintenance.......................................... GTR-3
Engine output......................................................... GTR-24 Engine output according to the
coolant temperature.............................................. GTR-24
Engine settings (balancing right and left
air flow)...................................................................... GTR-8
Engine speed is restricted.................................. GTR-24
Environmental factors influence the rate
of corrosion..................................................................... 7-8
Event Data Recorders................................................ 9-21
Exhaust gas .................................................................... 5-3
Exhaust muffler and trunk carpet ........................ GTR-6
Explanation of maintenance items ............................ 8-4
Extended storage switch........................................... 8-25
Exterior and interior lights ......................................... 8-29
Exterior parts (spoiler, etc.) .................................. GTR-6
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 9-12
Features of each mode.............................................. 5-27
Flat tire............................................................................. 6-2
Flat towing .................................................................... 9-17
Floor mats ....................................................................... 7-6
Fluid
Brake fluid............................................... GTR-4, 8-15
Fluid level check................................................... 8-17
Low brake fluid warning ..................................... 2-35
Low washer fluid warning.................................. 2-40
Power steering fluid............................................. 8-14
Window washer fluid .......................................... 8-16
Fluids...................................................... GTR-14, GTR-19

T
Tachometer ..................................................................... 2-7
Temperature A, B and C........................................... 9-18
Terms.............................................................................. 9-14
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ................ 1-8
Three-way catalyst........................................................ 5-3
Tight corner braking phenomenon.......................... 5-42
Tilt/telescopic steering column................................ 3-26
TireChanging wheels and tires................................ 8-39
Checking the tire pressure................................ 8-34
Flat tire....................................................................... 6-2
Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning........ 2-37
Low tire pressure warning ................................. 2-38
Run-flat tire warning............................................ 2-38
Run-flat tires............................................................. 6-3
Tire and loading information label......... 8-33, 9-13
Tire chains.............................................................. 8-39
Tire dressing............................................................. 7-4
Tire equipment...................................................... 5-52
Tire labeling ........................................................... 8-35
Tire pressure ......................................................... 8-31
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............... 5-4, 6-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System warning..... 2-38
Tires......................................................................... 5-43
Types of tires......................................................... 8-37
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 9-18
Wheels and tires......................................... 8-31, 9-9
Tires and road wheels ........................................... GTR-4
To protect your vehicle from corrosion.................... 7-8 Towing
Flat towing ............................................................. 9-17
Towing a trailer ..................................................... 9-17
Towing recommended by NISSAN .................... 6-9
Towing your vehicle................................................ 6-8
Traction AA, A, B and C........................................... 9-18
Transmission
Dual clutch transmission .................................... 5-15
Transmission clutch high
temperature warning............................................ 2-35
Transmission oil ..................................... GTR-4, 8-14
Transmission oil high temperature warning.... 2-34
Transmission position indicator ........................... 2-8
Transmission system check display................. 2-13
Transmission system warning ........................... 2-34
VDC, transmission and suspension
setup switches...................................................... 5-24
Transmission operation characteristics............ GTR-29
Transmission settings............................................. GTR-9
Treadwear...................................................................... 9-18
Troubleshooting guide ............................................... 3-17
Trunk............................................................................... 3-20
Trunk lid release switch............................................. 3-20
Trunk open request switch ....................................... 3-20
Trunk release power cancel switch........................ 3-21
Turbocharger system.................................................. 5-31
Turning off the heaters............................................... 2-53
Turning on the heaters............................................... 2-53
Types of tires................................................................ 8-37
U
Underbody....................................................................... 7-3
Uneven wear of tires ............................................ GTR-25
Uniform tire quality grading ...................................... 9-18
Upshift indicator ............................................................ 2-9
Using the washer ........................................................ 2-48
Using the wipers ......................................................... 2-47
V
Vanity mirror.................................................................. 3-29
Vanity mirror lights ...................................................... 2-63
VDC, transmission and suspension
setup switches............................................................. 5-24
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF mode .... GTR-10
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light .... 2-30
Vehicle Dynamic Control system ............................ 5-49
Vehicle Dynamic Control system warning ............ 2-36
Vehicle identification................................................... 9-11 Vehicle identification number ............................ 9-12
Vehicle Identification Number plate................. 9-11
Vehicle information display........................................ 2-11
Vehicle load capacity.................................................. 9-15
Vehicle loading information....................................... 9-14
Vehicle recovery........................................................... 6-10
Vehicle security system ............................................. 2-44
Vehicle speed............................................................... 2-15
Vehicle status data recorder .................................... 9-21
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