2015 NISSAN GT-R fuel

GT-R Overview
GT-R specific information..................�W..................�W........... GTR-3
Warrant�f information ..................�W..................�W.............. GTR-3
Maintenance information ..................�W..................�W....... GTR-3
GT-R special specification parts ..................�W................. GTR-3 En�bine oil ..................�W..................�W..................�W................. GTR-3
Transmission oil ..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-4
Differential oil (front and rear) ..................�W................ GTR-4
Brake fluid ..................�W..................�W..................�W............... GTR-4
GT-R special precautions ..................�W..................�W........... GTR-5 Tires and road wheels ..................�W..................�W........... GTR-5
Brake pad and disc rotor ..................�W..................�W...... GTR-5
Exhaust muffler and trunk carpet ..................�W.......... GTR-6
Titanium muffler and trunk carpet
(if so equipped) ..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-6
Dr�f carbon fiber parts (if so equipped) ................ GTR-7
Matte paint (if so equipped) ..................�W..................�W GTR-8
GT-R performance optimization services ..................�W.. GTR-8 Wheel ali�bnment inspection and adjustment
(if necessar�f) (includin�b tire
pressure adjustment) ..................�W..................�W............. GTR-8
Transmission settin�bs ..................�W..................�W............. GTR-9
Break-in schedule ..................�W..................�W..................�W....... GTR-9 Wheel ali�bnment ..................�W..................�W..................�W. GTR-10 Precautions before drivin�b ..................�W..................�W....... GTR-10
Vehicle D�fnamic Control (VDC) OFF mode .... GTR-10
Summer tires ..................�W..................�W..................�W...... GTR-11
All-season tires ..................�W..................�W..................�W.. GTR-11
Avoidin�b bod�f dama�be ..................�W..................�W...... GTR-11
Fuel ..................�W..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-12
Bod�f repair ..................�W..................�W..................�W......... GTR-12
Drivin�b after replacin�b tires ..................�W................ GTR-12
Additional maintenance items ..................�W..................�W. GTR-12 Precautions on performance drivin�b ..................�W GTR-13
Inspection and adjustments before drivin�b ...... GTR-14
Inspection and adjustments after drivin�b .......... GTR-18
GT-R specific vehicle characteristics ..................�W...... GTR-23
Refuelin�b precautions ..................�W..................�W........ GTR-23
Gasoline smell ..................�W..................�W..................�W... GTR-23
Outside temperature displa�f indicates
hi�bher temperature ..................�W..................�W............. GTR-23
Idle speed is not stead�f ..................�W..................�W.... GTR-23
En�bine speed is restricted ..................�W..................�W GTR-23
En�bine output ..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-23
Uneven wear of tires ..................�W..................�W.......... GTR-24
Noises are heard while drivin�b ..................�W.......... GTR-24
Brake s�fstem information ..................�W..................�W.. GTR-26
GT-R Overview
GT-R specific information ..................�W..................�W........... GTR-3
Warrant�f information ..................�W..................�W.............. GTR-3
Maintenance information ..................�W..................�W....... GTR-3
GT-R special specification parts ..................�W................. GTR-3 En�bine oil ..................�W..................�W..................�W................. GTR-3
Transmission oil ..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-4
Differential oil (front and rear) ..................�W................ GTR-4
Brake fluid ..................�W..................�W..................�W............... GTR-4
GT-R special precautions ..................�W..................�W........... GTR-5 Tires and road wheels ..................�W..................�W........... GTR-5
Brake pad and disc rotor ..................�W..................�W...... GTR-5
Exhaust muffler and trunk carpet ..................�W.......... GTR-6
Titanium muffler and trunk carpet
(if so equipped) ..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-6
Dr�f carbon fiber parts (if so equipped) ................ GTR-7
Matte paint (if so equipped) ..................�W..................�W GTR-8
GT-R performance optimization services ..................�W.. GTR-8 Wheel ali�bnment inspection and adjustment
(if necessar�f) (includin�b tire
pressure adjustment) ..................�W..................�W............. GTR-8
Transmission settin�bs ..................�W..................�W............. GTR-9
Break-in schedule ..................�W..................�W..................�W....... GTR-9 Wheel ali�bnment ..................�W..................�W..................�W. GTR-10 Precautions before drivin�b ..................�W..................�W....... GTR-10
Vehicle D�fnamic Control (VDC) OFF mode .... GTR-10
Summer tires ..................�W..................�W..................�W...... GTR-11
All-season tires ..................�W..................�W..................�W.. GTR-11
Avoidin�b bod�f dama�be ..................�W..................�W...... GTR-11
Fuel ..................�W..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-12
Bod�f repair ..................�W..................�W..................�W......... GTR-12
Drivin�b after replacin�b tires ..................�W................ GTR-12
Additional maintenance items ..................�W..................�W. GTR-12 Precautions on performance drivin�b ..................�W GTR-13
Inspection and adjustments before drivin�b ...... GTR-14
Inspection and adjustments after drivin�b .......... GTR-18
GT-R specific vehicle characteristics ..................�W...... GTR-23
Refuelin�b precautions ..................�W..................�W........ GTR-23
Gasoline smell ..................�W..................�W..................�W... GTR-23
Outside temperature displa�f indicates
hi�bher temperature ..................�W..................�W............. GTR-23
Idle speed is not stead�f ..................�W..................�W.... GTR-23
En�bine speed is restricted ..................�W..................�W GTR-23
En�bine output ..................�W..................�W..................�W..... GTR-23
Uneven wear of tires ..................�W..................�W.......... GTR-24
Noises are heard while drivin�b ..................�W.......... GTR-24
Brake s�fstem information ..................�W..................�W.. GTR-26

The GT-R is NISSAN’s first superc�fr c�ftegory
�behicle. The GT-R is equipped with speci�fl
systems. These systems �fre different th�fn those
used on con�bention�fl �behicles to �fllow for the
high perform�fnce dri�bing ch�fr�fcteristics of this
�behicle. Your �behicle should be m�fint�fined by �f
GT-R certified NISSAN de�fler. Speci�fl skills,
knowledge �fnd equipment �fre necess�fry to
properly m�fint�fin your GT-R.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Ple�fse re�fd this Owner’s M�fnu�fl c�frefully,
together with your W�frr�fnty Inform�ftion Booklet
which describes �f number of express limit�ftions,
exclusions �fnd w�fys to �boid your w�frr�fnty for
f�filing to follow the instructions cont�fined in this
Owner’s M�fnu�fl, including, but not limited to:
.F�filure to use proper p�frts, fuel �fnd fluids,
. Dri�bing with the VDC off,
. R�fcing,
. Any competiti�be dri�bing of �fny sort wh�ftso-
e�ber,
. Use on �f tr�fck or dri�bing on �fny �firstrip,
. Modific�ftions, including �fdding/repl�fcing,
reprogr�fmming, �fttempting to reprogr�fm,
�fltering, disconnecting �fny computer, con-
trol unit or electronic modules, .
Deleting �fny or �fll stored inform�ftion in �fny
computer, control unit or electronic module
including VSDR,
. F�filure to h�f�be required GT-R Perform�fnce
Optimiz�ftion Ser�bices performed.
In �fddition, see your tire w�frr�fnty for specific
limit�ftions or exclusions for oper�fting summer
tires below í48F(í208C) .
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
.Speci�fl skills, knowledge �fnd equipment �fre
necess�fry to properly inspect �fnd �fdjust the
GT-R engine, tr�fnsmission, suspension �fnd
br�fkes to m�fint�fin perform�fnce. A GT-R
certified NISSAN de�fler h�fs the GT-R
certified technic�fl st�fff �fnd the speci�fl
equipment to properly m�fint�fin your GT-R.
. NISSAN recommends m�finten�fnce items
th�ft require the repl�fcement of p�frts, engine
oil, oil filters �fnd �fir filters should be
performed by �f GT-R certified NISSAN
de�fler. M�fke sure the specified fluids �fnd
p�frts �fre used when the m�finten�fnce is
performed. NISSAN �flso recommends the
repl�fcement of p�frts such �fs br�fkes should
be performed by �f GT-R certified NISSAN
de�fler.
NOTICE
Only use the following specified fluids
and parts in the GT-R to avoid possible
vehicle damage.
ENGINE OIL
Mobil 1 (0W-40) (100% synthetic oil)
Mobil 1 (0W-40) (100% synthetic) is the f�fctory
fill oil. The VR38 engine with its pl�fsm�f-spr�fyed
bores w�fs de�beloped using this oil. NISSAN
c�fnnot ensure proper engine oper�ftion �fnd
dur�fbility if other synthetic oil is used. If Mobil
1 (0W-40) is not �f�b�fil�fble, Mobil 1 (10W-40)
(100% synthetic) m�fy be used; howe�ber, some
perform�fnce loss m�fy be noticed.
Furthermore, repl�fcement of the engine oil with
MOTUL NISMO COMPETITION OIL type
2193E(5W40) is recommended for the frequent
high perform�fnce dri�bing opportunities.
NISSAN c�fnnot ensure proper engine oper�ftion
�fnd dur�fbility if other synthetic oil is used.
The use of additives, chemical materials or
abrasive compounds is prohibited.
The use of �fdditi�bes, chemic�fl m�fteri�fls, �fbr�f-
si�be compounds or other high perform�fnce
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PARTS

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FUEL
NISSAN recommends us�fng fuels �bha�b con�ba�fn
no alcohol. However, fuels con�ba�fn�fng up �bo 10%
alcohol may be used, �ff necessary. Do no�b use E-
15 or E-85 �fn your veh�fcle. (
“Fuel �fnforma-
�b�fon” page 9-4)
NOTICE
To avoid serious engine damage due to
increased cylinder temperatures, do not
use fuels that contain more alcohol
than indicated in
“Gasoline con-
taining oxygenates” page 9-4. Also, do
not use fuel additives, fuel stabilizers or
fuel deicers that contain alcohol.
BODY REPAIR
The body of �bhe GT-R has been manufac�bured
on spec�fal f�fx�bures u�b�fl�fz�fng a hybr�fd s�bruc�bure
w�f�bh alum�fnum d�fe cas�b par�bs for �bhe frame work.
Spec�fal sk�flls, �fnforma�b�fon and equ�fpmen�b are
requ�fred �bo correc�bly repa�fr �bhe body. Con�bac�b a
GT-R cer�b�ff�fed NISSAN dealer �ff �bhe veh�fcle �fs
damaged, such as �fn a coll�fs�fon, and �bhey w�fll
recommend an appropr�fa�be body shop.
Only cer�b�ff�fed body shops us�fng CELETTE
Š
advanced coll�fs�fon repa�fr equ�fpmen�b are ap- proved by NISSAN for repa�fr�fng s�bruc�bural body
damage. Con�bac�b a GT-R cer�b�ff�fed NISSAN
dealer or NISSAN Consumer Affa�frs for a
referral or l�fs�b of cer�b�ff�fed body shops.
DRIVING AFTER REPLACING TIRES
Avo�fd �bhe dr�fv�fng cond�f�b�fons l�fs�bed under “Add�f-
�b�fonal ma�fn�benance �f�bems” �fn �bh�fs sec�b�fon for 48
hours af�ber �b�fres are �fns�balled on �bhe wheels
(
“Add�f�b�fonal ma�fn�benance �f�bems” page
GTR-12) . The �b�fre may sl�fp on �bhe wheel �ff �bhe
veh�fcle �fs dr�fven �fn �bhese cond�f�b�fons before 48
hours have passed. If �bhe �b�fre sl�fps on �bhe wheel,
�bhe wheel/�b�fre assembly w�fll be ou�b of balance
and w�fll requ�fre rebalanc�fng. The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
The follow�fng �fnforma�b�fon appl�fes only �ff you
engage �fn performance dr�fv�fng such as dr�fv�fng
your GT-R for ex�bended per�fods under �bhe
follow�fng cond�f�b�fons.
.
H�fgher-RPM (approach�fng redl�fne) opera-
�b�fon
. Frequen�b h�fgh pedal force brak�fng from
modera�be and h�fgher speeds
. Frequen�b �bhro�b�ble ac�b�fva�b�fon
. Fas�b revv�fng �bhroughou�b �bhe RPM range
In such cases, �bhe follow�fng add�f�b�fonal ma�fn-
�benance gu�fdel�fnes apply.
However, you should also carefully read
your 2015 NISSAN GT-R Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet for important information
concerning warranty coverage, limitations
and exclusions.
We recommend �bha�b all GT-R ma�fn�benance be
performed a�b a GT-R cer�b�ff�fed NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN w�fll only pay for GT-R Performance
Op�b�fm�fza�b�fon Serv�fces performed a�b a GT-R
cer�b�ff�fed NISSAN dealer.
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS

PRECAUTIONS ON PERFORMANCE
DRIVING
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
Checking the temperature of the
coolant and oils on the multi func-
tion display
When the temperatures of the engine coolant
and oil, and the oil pressure e�fceed the normal
range, the color of the meter on the multi
function display changes to red to warn the
driver�b When engaging in high performance
driving, switch the display to the function meter
to display the temperature of the engine coolant
and oil, and the oil pressure�b When the color of
the meter display changes to red, perform cool
down driving�b When the values of the tempera-
ture and pressure return to the normal range, the
color of the meter display will turn back to white�b
Warning temperature:
.Engine coolant temperature is 2308 F
(1108C) or higher:
If the engine coolant temperature increases
above 2308F (1108C) , the color of the meter
display on the multi function display changes
to red to warn of a possible overheat condition and engine output is reduced�b
. Engine oil temperature is 2758F (1358C) or
higher:
If the engine oil temperature is higher than
2758F (1358C), the meter display changes
to red, ma�fimum engine speed is automati-
cally limited to 4,000 rpm, and the transmis-
sion automatically changes from the
&M
position to the&Aposition�b
. Transmission oil temperature is 2848 F
(1408C) or higher:
If the transmission oil temperature increases
to over 2848F (1408C) , the color of the
meter display changes to red�b However, the
vehicle can continue to be driven until the
temperature reaches 2958F (1468C) �b If the
oil temperature e�fceeds 284 8F (1408 C)
while driving (the color of the meter dis-
played in red) , change both the transmission
oil and the differential oil after driving
because these fluids have deteriorated
because of the heat�b
Cool down
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
Cool down the vehicle to help e�ftend the life of the vehicle if coolant temperatures are e�ftremely
high�b Drive the vehicle at 37 to 50 MPH (60 to
80 km/h) , in 5th or 6th gear for 2 to 3 miles (3 to
5 km) and then stop the engine�b
Refueling precautions
WARNING
Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire. The fuel tank
is full at the first automatic shutoff.
To ma�fimize vehicle performance, the fuel tank is
located as low as possible to lower the vehicle
center of gravity�b The tank is also divided into
two parts�b This fuel tank design causes higher
pressures inside the tank than other vehicles so
fuel spillage is possible by trying to top off the
fuel tank after automatic shutoff�b
The fuel tank pressure is higher when the vehicle
is hot, especially if the tank is more than half full�b
If the cap is opened when the vehicle is hot, it
may cause fuel spray and there may be a hissing
noise�b Open the cap slowly, releasing the
pressure from the tank gradually�b Also, if the
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vehicle is refueled when �fhe vehicle is ho�f, �fhe
fuel pu�bp �bay au�fo�ba�fically shu�f off before �fhe
�fank is full. This does no�f indica�fe �fha�f �fhere is a
�balfunc�fion. Refuel slowly or refuel af�fer �fhe
vehicle has cooled.
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE DRIVING
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
Fluids
.Check �fhe engine, �frans�bission, differen�fial
and under vehicle surfaces for oil and
coolan�f leaks.
. Check �fhe fluid levels and adjus�f as neces-
sary using �fhe specified fluid as described
under �fhe condi�fions lis�fed in �fhis sec�fion.
(
“Reco�b�bended fluids and �bain�fe-
nance in�ferval” page GTR-19 ) If you do
no�f drive under �fhe condi�fions lis�fed, refer �fo
�fhe 2015 NISSAN Service and Main�fenance
Guide.
. NISSAN reco�b�bends �fo adjus�f �fhe engine
oil level
*1�fo be 0.39 in (10 �b�b) (1/8 gal
(0.5 li�fers))
*2below �fhe H �bark on �fhe
engine oil dips�fick. (
*3range is 1.18 in (30
�b�b) .) Before checking �fhe oil level, run �fhe
engine un�fil i�f reaches opera�fing �fe�bpera-
�fure and wai�f a�f leas�f 5 �binu�fes af�fer �furning
off �fhe engine. Make sure �fhe oil level always
re�bains above �fhe L �bark.
When �fhe vehicle is delivered, �fhe engine oil
is se�f �fo “H- 0.39 in (10 �b�b)” for op�fi�bal
high perfor�bance driving.
. So�be a�boun�f of oil is consu�bed by your
engine under nor�bal opera�fing condi�fions,
and oil consu�bp�fion by i�fself does no�f necessarily indica�fe any �balfunc�fion. If your
ra�fe of oil consu�bp�fion increases suddenly
or wi�fhou�f explana�fion, NISSAN reco�b-
�bends �fha�f you have your vehicle inspec�fed
by a GT-R cer�fified NISSAN dealer.

REFUELING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire. The fuel tank
is full at the first automatic shutoff.
To maximize vehicle performance, the fuel tan�f is
located as low as possi�ble to lower the vehicle
center of gravity. The tan�f is also divided into
two parts. This fuel tan�f design causes higher
pressures inside the tan�f than other vehicles so
fuel spillage is possi�ble �by trying to top off the
fuel tan�f after automatic shutoff.
The fuel tan�f pressure is higher when the vehicle
is hot, especially if the tan�f is more than half full.
If the cap is opened when the vehicle is hot, it
may cause fuel spray and there may �be a hissing
noise. Open the cap slowly, releasing the
pressure from the tan�f gradually. Also, if the
vehicle is refueled when the vehicle is hot, the
fuel pump may automatically shut off �before the
tan�f is full. This does not indicate that there is a
malfunction. Refuel slowly or refuel after the vehicle has cooled.
GASOLINE SMELL
The fuel temperature is higher when the vehicle
is hot. This may cause a gasoline smell from the
vehicle. This does not indicate that there is a
malfunction. The smell will go away when the
fuel temperature has cooled.
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
INDICATES HIGHER TEMPERATURE
Heat from the engine compartment, radiator and
intercoolers can affect the outside temperature
display. The outside temperature display may
indicate a higher than actual temperature while
driving or stopped. This is normal.
IDLE SPEED IS NOT STEADY
The idle speed may not �be steady when the
engine compartment is extremely hot. This is
normal. The engine speed will �be steady when
the engine cools down.
In this case, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
may come on. After a few driving trips, the MIL
should turn off. If the light remains on after a few
driving trips, have the vehicle inspected �by a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
ENGINE SPEED IS RESTRICTED
To help protect the engine, the maximum engine
speed is automatically controlled in the following
conditions:
.
Revving the engine with the shift lever in the
&Por&Nposition: The maximum engine
speed is 5,000 RPM
. Revving the engine when the engine oil is at
a low (�below 328F (08C)) or extremely high
(over 2758 F (1358C)) temperature: The
maximum engine speed is 4,000 RPM (The
&Mposition will automatically change to the
&Aposition.)
ENGINE OUTPUT
High altitude
To protect the engine, engine output is con-
trolled so that it does not increase at altitudes
3,281 ft (1,000 m) or higher.
Engine output according to the
coolant temperature
The engine output is controlled at a low level
when the engine coolant temperature is lower
than approximately 1588F (708C) or higher than
2308F (1108C). This is not a malfunction.
If the temperature is lower than approximately
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GT-R SPECIFIC VEHICLE
CHARACTERISTICS

0-6Illustrated table of contents
REAR
1. High-mounted stop light �fP.8-2�b)
2. Trunk �fP.3-8, P.3-20)
3. Rear window defroster �fP.2-50)
4. Satellite antenna*
5. Rear view camera*
6. Rear combination light �fP.8-2�b)
7. Fuel-filler door �fP.3-24, P.�b-4)
*: Refer to the separate Multi Function DisplayOwner’s Manual.
*A: Except for NISMO models
*B: NISMO models
ITEMS GT-R SPECIFIED FUEL
Fuel Unleaded premium gasoline with an
octane rating of at least �b3 AKI �fAnti-
Knock Index) number �fResearch octane
number �b8)*1
*1: Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least �b3 AKI �fAnti- Knock Index)
number �fResearch octane number �b8) to max-
imize vehicle performance. If �b3 AKI number
�fResearch octane number �b8) premium gasoline
is not available, you may use unleaded premium
gasoline with an octane rating of at least �b1 AKI
number �fResearch octane number �b6) , but you
may notice a decrease in performance.

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1. Trip A/B reset switch (P.�f-6)
�f. Spee�bometer (P.�f-6)
3. Tachometer (P.�f-7)/Upshift in�bicator (P.�f-9)
4. Transmission position in�bicator (P.�f-9)
5. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.�f-7)
6. ENTER switch (P.�f-15)7. Instrument brightness control switch (P.�f-11)
8. Vehicle information �bisplay (P.�f-1�f)
9. O�bometer/twin trip o�bometer (P.�f-6)
10. Fuel gauge (P.�f-8)
11. NEXT switch (P.�f-15)
NOTE:
.
Meters and gauges will illuminate
when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position.
. The needle indicators may move
slightly after the ignition switch is
pushed to the OFF position. This does
not indicate that there is a malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES