Cruise control system warning .................................... 2-39
Low fuel warning ............................................................. 2-39
Door/trunk open warning .............................................. 2-40
Low washer fluid warning ............................................. 2-40
No key warning ................................................................ 2-40
Operation displays ................................................................ 2-41 Engine start operation indicator .................................. 2-41
Shift “P” warning ............................................................. 2-42
“PUSH” warning .............................................................. 2-42
Steering lock release malfunction indicator ............. 2-42
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ................................ 2-43
Intelligent Key removal indicator .................................. 2-43
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ................ 2-43
Security systems ................................................................... 2-44
Vehicle security system ................................................. 2-44
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ......................... 2-45
Windshield wiper and washer switch .............................. 2-46 Using the wipers ............................................................. 2-47
Using the washer ............................................................ 2-48
Rear window defroster switch ........................................... 2-48
Headlight and turn signal switch ...................................... 2-49
Xenon headlights ............................................................. 2-49
Headlight switch .............................................................. 2-49
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................... 2-52
Horn ........................................................................\
.................. 2-53 Heated seats (if so equipped) .......................................... 2-53
Turning on the heaters ................................................. 2-53
Turning off the heaters ................................................. 2-53
Power outlets ........................................................................\
2-54
Storage ........................................................................\
........... 2-55 Cup holders .................................................................... 2-55
Sunglasses holder ........................................................ 2-56
Door pocket .................................................................... 2-57
Glove box ........................................................................\
2-57Console box ................................................................... 2-58
Coat hooks ..................................................................... 2-58
Windows ........................................................................\
........ 2-59 Power windows ............................................................. 2-59
Interior lights ........................................................................\
.. 2-61
Map lights ....................................................................... 2-61
Interior light control switch ......................................... 2-62
Vanity mirror lights ................................................................ 2-63
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver .................................... 2-63
Programming HomeLink®............................................ 2-64
Programming HomeLink®for
Canadian customers .................................................... 2-65
Operating the HomeLink
®universal transceiver ... 2-65
Programming trouble-diagnosis ................................ 2-65
Clearing the programmed information ..................... 2-66
Reprogramming a single HomeLink
®button ......... 2-66
If your vehicle is stolen ................................................ 2-66
INTELLIGENT KEY INSERTION INDI-
CATOR
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
needs to be inserted into the Intelligent Key port
(for example, the Intelligent Key battery is
discharged) .
If this indicator appears, insert the Intelligent Key
into the Intelligent Key port in the correct
direction. (
“Intelligent Key battery dis-
charge” page 5-11)
INTELLIGENT KEY REMOVAL INDI-
CATOR
This indicator appears when the driver’s door is
opened with the ignition switch in the OFF or
LOCK position and the Intelligent Key placed in
the Intelligent Key port. A key reminder chime
also sounds.
If this indicator appears, remove the Intelligent
Key from the Intelligent Key port and take it with
you when leaving the vehicle.
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DIS-
CHARGE INDICATOR
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery with
a new one. (
“Intelligent Key battery repla-
cement” page 8-26)
Instruments and controls2-43
2-62Instruments and controls
INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
The interior light control switch has three
positions: ON
*1, DOOR*2and OFF*3.
ON position
When 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 15
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 position
When 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 position
When the switch is in the OFF position*3, the
map lights will not illuminate, regardless of any
condition.
3-2Pre-driving checks and adjustments
A key number plate is supplied with your keys.
Record the key number and keep it in a safe
place (such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. If
you lose your keys, see a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer for duplicates by using the key
number. NISSAN does not record any key
numbers so it is very important to keep track of
your key number plate.
A key number is only necessary when you have
lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate
from. If you still have a key, this key can be
duplicated by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
1. Intelligent Key (2 sets)
2. Mechanical key (inside Intelligent Keys) (2 sets)
3. Key number plate (1 set)
INTELLIGENT KEY
Your vehicle can only be driven with the
Intelligent Keys which are registered to your
vehicle’s Intelligent Key system components and
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System compo-
nents. As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. The new
keys must be registered by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer prior to use with the Intelligent
Key system and NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System of your vehicle. Since the registrationprocess requires erasing all memory in the
Intelligent Key components when registering
new keys, be sure to take all Intelligent Keys
that you have to a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer.
NOTICE
.
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you when driving. The Intelli-
gent Key is a precision device with a
built-in transmitter. To avoid dama-
ging it, please note the following.
— The Intelligent Key is water
resistant; however, wetting may
damage the Intelligent Key. If
the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.
— Do not bend, drop or strike it against another object.
— Do not place the Intelligent Key for an extended period in a
place where temperatures ex-
ceed 1408F (608C) .
— If the outside temperature is below 148F( −108C) , the battery
of the Intelligent Key may not
KEYS
— When any type of radio wave remotecontrol is used nearby.
— When the Intelligent Key is placed near an electric appliance such as a personal
computer.
— When the vehicle is parked near a parking meter.
. Although the life of the battery varies
depending on the operating conditions, the
battery’s life is approximately 2 years. If the
battery is discharged, replace it with a new
one. (
“Intelligent Key battery replace-
ment” page 8-26)
. Since the Intelligent Key is continuously
receiving radio waves, if the key is left near
equipment which transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV and
personal computer, the battery life may
become shorter.
. Because the steering wheel is locked
electrically, unlocking the steering wheel
with the ignition switch in the LOCK position
is impossible when the vehicle battery is
completely discharged. Pay special atten-
tion that the vehicle battery is not completely
discharged.
. Do not push the door handle request switch
with the Intelligent Key held in your hand. The close distance to the door handle will
cause the Intelligent Key system to have
difficulty recognizing that the Intelligent Key
is outside the vehicle.
. After locking the doors, check that the doors
are securely locked by testing them.
. To prevent the Intelligent Key from being left
inside the vehicle, make sure you carry the
key with you and then lock the doors.
. To prevent the Intelligent Key from being left
inside the trunk, make sure you carry the key
with you and then close the trunk.
. Do not pull the door handle before pushing
the door handle request switch. The door
will be unlocked but will not open. Release
the door handle once and pull it again to
open the door.
INTELLIGENT KEY FUNCTIONS
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, fuel-filler
door and trunk lid by pushing the request switch
on the outside door handles and the trunk lid.
Intelligent Key operating range
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch. The
operating range is within 31.50 in (80 cm) from
each request switch.
NOTE:
.When the Intelligent Key battery is
discharged or strong radio waves are
present near the operating location,
the Intelligent Key system’s operating
range becomes narrower, and the In-
telligent Key may not function properly.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-9
3-12Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Opening trunk lid:
1. Push the trunk open request switch
*Afor
more than 1 second.
2. The trunk will unlatch. An outside chime will sound four times.
3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk.
NOTE:
. To prevent the Intelligent Key from
being accidentally locked in the trunk,
lockout protection is equipped with the
Intelligent Key system.
. When the trunk lid is closed with the
Intelligent Key inside the trunk, the
outside buzzer will sound and the trunk
will open.
Battery saver system
When all the following conditions are met for 60
minutes, the battery saver system will cut off the
power supply to prevent battery discharge.
.The ignition switch is in the ACC position,
and
. All doors are closed, and
. The shift lever is in the
&Pposition.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY FUNC-
TIONS
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, fuel-filler
door, and activate the panic alarm by pushing
the buttons on the Intelligent Key.
NOTE:
Before locking the doors, make sure the
Intelligent Key is not left in the vehicle.
Remote keyless entry operating
range
The LOCK/UNLOCK button on the Intelligent
Key can operate at a distance of approximately
33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. (The effective
distance depends upon the conditions around
the vehicle.)
The lock and unlock buttons on the Intelligent
Key will not operate when:
.the distance between the Intelligent Key and
the vehicle is over 33 ft (10 m) .
. the Intelligent Key battery runs down.
The LOCK/UNLOCK operating range varies
depending on the environment. To securely
operate the lock and unlock buttons, approach
the vehicle to about 3 ft (1 m) from the door.
Remote keyless entry operation
NOTE:
. When the driver’s door is locked or
unlocked, the fuel-filler door is auto-
matically locked or unlocked at the
same time.
. When you lock or unlock the doors or
the trunk lid, the hazard indicator will
flash and the horn (or the outside
chime) will sound as a confirmation.
(
“Setting hazard indicator and
horn mode” page 3-13)
3-22Pre-driving checks and adjustments
.Do not leave the key inside the
trunk.
NOTE:
. To prevent the Intelligent Key from
being accidentally locked in the trunk,
lockout protection is equipped with the
Intelligent Key system. When the trunk
lid is closed with the Intelligent Key
inside the trunk, the outside buzzer will
sound and the trunk will open.
. The trunk of this vehicle is slightly
more difficult to close than an ordinary
vehicle (particularly when the vehicle is
new) . This is because the trunk rigidity
has been increased to handle the high
load on the rear spoiler during vehicle
operation. This does not indicate that
there is a malfunction. Check that the
trunk is securely locked.
EMERGENCY TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously
injured. Keep the car locked, with the
trunk lid securely latched, when not in
use, and prevent children’s access to
Intelligent Keys.
The emergency trunk lid release mechanism allows opening of the trunk lid in the event that
people become locked inside the trunk or in the
event of the loss of electrical power such as a
discharged battery.
Inside the trunk
To open the trunk lid from the inside, pull the
release handle
*1until the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release lever is
made of a material that glows in the dark after a
brief exposure to ambient light.
The handle is located on the back of the trunk lid
as illustrated.
5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving ............................... 5-3Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................................... 5-3Three-way catalyst ............................................................. 5-3
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................... 5-4
Avoiding collision and rollover ........................................ 5-7
Off-road recovery ............................................................... 5-7
Rapid air pressure loss ..................................................... 5-8
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................................ 5-8All-Wheel Drive (AWD) driving safety precautions .... 5-9
Push-button ignition switch ................................................... 5-9
Operating range for engine start ................................ 5-10
Ignition switch operation ............................................... 5-10
Ignition switch positions ................................................ 5-10
Emergency engine shut off ........................................... 5-11
Intelligent Key battery discharge ................................. 5-11
Before starting the engine .................................................. 5-13
Starting the engine ............................................................... 5-13
Driving the vehicle ................................................................ 5-15 Dual clutch transmission ............................................... 5-15
Driving tips ........................................................................\
5-21
VDC, transmission and suspension setup switches .... 5-24 How to switch the modes ............................................ 5-25
Features of each mode .................................................. 5-27 Turbocharger system ........................................................... 5-31
R mode start function ......................................................... 5-32
How to use R mode start function ........................... 5-33
Parking brake ........................................................................\
. 5-33
Cruise control ........................................................................\
5-34 Precautions on cruise control .................................... 5-35
Steering-wheel-mounted controls ............................ 5-35
Indicators and display .................................................. 5-36
Cruise control operations ........................................... 5-36
Hill Start Assist ..................................................................... 5-38
Break-in schedule ................................................................ 5-39 Wheel alignment ........................................................... 5-39
Increasing fuel economy ..................................................... 5-40
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ...................................................... 5-41 AWD warning light ....................................................... 5-41
Tight corner braking phenomenon ........................... 5-42
Tires ........................................................................\
.......... 5-43AWD system characteristics ...................................... 5-43
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) .......................................... 5-44
Parking/parking on hills ....................................................... 5-45
Power steering ...................................................................... 5-46
Brake system ........................................................................\
. 5-47 Braking precautions ..................................................... 5-47
Parking brake break-in ................................................. 5-47