2015 NISSAN GT-R torque

GTR-10GT-R Overview
.Drive with the suspension setup swit�fh in
the COM�b mode to allow more suspension
stroke.
600 to 1,200 miles (1,000 to 2,000 km):
. Drive with the engine speed kept relatively
high with the shift lever in the
&Mposition.
Shifting is re�fommended between 1st and
4th gears.
. Avoid unne�fessary qui�fk steering and
abrupt braking.
. Drive with the suspension setup swit�fh in
the COM�b mode to allow more suspension
stroke.
Even though the mileage rea�fhes over 1,200
miles (2,000 km) , the �flut�fh may take longer to
properly engage if the vehi�fle is mainly driven in
town at a low speed. NISSAN re�fommends
breaking in the �flut�fh at a GT-R �fertified
NISSAN dealer. Always perform the transmis-
sion setting after breaking in the �flut�fh. If the
transmission setting is not �fomplete, ex�fessive
loads may be applied to the transmission and
power train system parts during starting and
shifting, whi�fh may result in a malfun�ftion or
damage.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Do not adjust the wheel alignment until the
mileage rea�fhes 1,000 miles (1,600 km). Until
then, the suspension may not engage enough
and the height may be higher.
However, make sure to adjust the alignment
after 1,000 miles (1,600 km) .
The wheel alignment �fan be adjusted by a GT-R
�fertified NISSAN dealer in a�f�fordan�fe with
spe�fifi�fations for �fity driving to high perfor-
man�fe driving.
The tires on the GT-R may have different wear
rates and wear patterns in �fomparison to
�fonventional passenger vehi�fles. Conta�ft a
GT-R �fertified NISSAN dealer to �fonfirm that
the alignment is within spe�fifi�fations.VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF MODE
Always make sure the VDC is ON before driving
the vehi�fle by �fhe�fking that the VDC O�b�b
indi�fator lights on the meter and the VDC set-up
swit�fh are not illuminated. The GT-R is a high
performan�fe vehi�fle and the VDC must be on/
a�ftivated to provide proper powertrain operation
and intended drivability.
WARNING
. The VDC OFF mode should ONLY be
used briefly to help free the vehicle
if stuck in snow or mud by tempora-
rily stopping operation of the VDC
to maintain wheel torque.
. Driving the GT-R with the VDC off
may lead to handling issues related
to steering maneuvers, acceleration,
or deceleration. Moreover, driving
with the VDC off can result in an
inoperative vehicle by causing ser-
ious damage to the powertrain,
including damage to the Transaxle
Assembly including Transfer, Clutch,
Gears, Transaxle case and all of its
components and other drivetrain
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE DRIVING

to go to ALERT > UPSHIFT. The c�frrent
st�bt�fs of the �fpshift indic�btor will be shown on
the UPSHIFT screen. Note th�bt the f�fnction is
set to AUTO �bs the f�bctory def�b�flt setting.
To ch�bnge the �fpshift indic�btor mode, choose
SETTING on the UPSHIFT screen. Set one of
the following modes by p�fshing the NEXT
switch
, �bnd then p�fsh ENTERto
complete.
. AUTO
. 3,000 to 6,300 RPM (MANUAL)
. OFF
The n�fmber will incre�bse by 100 RPM. To
incre�bse the n�fmber by 500 RPM, p�fsh �bnd
hold the NEXT switch
.
Example
When the maximum engine speed is
desired:
Set the �fpshift indic�btor to AUTO. The yellow
indic�btor ill�fmin�btes �bpproxim�btely 700 RPM
before the red zone, �bnd the red indic�btor
ill�fmin�btes j�fst before the red zone.
When the maximum engine torque is
desired:
Set the fig�fre �bt 6,000 RPM. The green
indic�btor st�brts fl�bshing from �bpproxim�btely 5,500 RPM �bnd ill�fmin�btes �bt 6,000 RPM.
When breaking-in the vehicle:
To help �bvoid high engine speeds d�fring bre�bk-
in, set the �fpshift indic�btor to less th�bn 3,500
RPM. The green indic�btor st�brts fl�bshing �bp-
proxim�btely 500 RPM before the set fig�fre �bnd
ill�fmin�btes from the set fig�fre. (
“Bre�bk-in
sched�fle” p�bge 5-39)
NOTE:
. There may be a slight difference be-
tween the timing of the upshift indica-
tor illumination and the tachometer
indication.
. When the battery terminal is discon-
nected, the set memory will be erased
and the mode returns to the default.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CON-
TROL
The instr�fment brightness c�bn be �bdj�fsted
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
P�fsh the switch to �bdj�fst the brightness �fp
*1
or down*2. The brightness level is shown on
the vehicle inform�btion displ�by.
When the he�bdlights �bre on, the brightness of
the interior switches is �blso �bdj�fsted �bt the s�bme
time.
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WARNING
.When the shift lever is in the&A
position, the adaptive shift control
system will stay in a low gear in
order to maintain the effectiveness
of the engine brake. However if the
vehicle is traveling too fast depend-
ing on the degree of the slope, you
should shift to the
&Mposition and
use the paddle shifter to shift down.
If you continue to use only the foot
brake, a high load will be applied to
the brake, which may overheat,
reducing its effectiveness. Be sure
to use the engine brake together
with the foot brake. (
“Adaptive
shift control” page 5-19)
. Do not downshift abruptly on slip-
pery roads. This may cause a loss of
control.
NOTICE
When driving in the&Aposition, gear-
shifting will be performed automatically
with the adaptive shift control system
(
“Adaptive shift control” page 5- 19) even on road conditions with con-
tinuous and sudden hills or curves.
However, when the transmission oil
temperature is low immediately after
starting the vehicle or high when enga-
ging in high performance driving, there
may be some cases where the system
cannot control shifting. When this oc-
curs, switch to the
&Mposition and
select a lower gear, depending on the
gradient of the hill.
When stopping the vehicle
Leave the shift lever in the&A
F&Mor&Rposition
and firmly depress the foot brake pedal\f
If the vehicle will be stopped for a lon\b period of
time, apply the parkin\b brake and move the shift
lever to the
&Por&Nposition as necessary\f
WARNING
. Do not race the engine while the
vehicle is stopped. Doing so may
accelerate the vehicle suddenly and
cause an accident when shifting to a
driving gear.
. While the engine is running, the
propeller shaft that transmits torque from the engine to the transmission
is turning at all times. Crawling or
reaching under the vehicle while the
engine is running may result in
serious injury.
NOTICE
When the vehicle is stopped on a hill,
do not hold the vehicle in place by
depressing the accelerator pedal. Doing
so may cause the clutch to overheat and
result in transmission damage. Use the
brakes to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
When parking the vehicle
WARNING
Follow the instructions below when
parking the vehicle to help prevent the
brake rotor and brake pads from rust-
ing together. Failure to follow the
instructions could cause the rotor and
pads to rust together. If the rotor and
pads rust together, there may be a
popping noise and some vibration
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FEATURES OF EACH MODE
Transmission
The transmission mode differs depending on the shift lever position,&Aor&M.
&Aposition:
�fet up modeFeatures
.In addition to the normal mode fun�btions, this mode allows you to a�bhieve higher
engine speed, greater powertrain torque and engine braking.
.With the VDC swit�bh in R mode, the R mode start fun�btion �ban be used. (“R
mode start fun�btion” page 5-32)
.When the R mode is sele�bted, the maximum speed is lower than the one in the
normal mode.
Normal (light is off)
.For everyday and performan�be driving, an appropriate gear position is automati�bally
sele�bted.
.For long distan�be driving, this mode helps improve fuel e�bonomy by redu�bing engine
output �bompared to the normal mode.
.The engine response to a�b�belerator operation �bhanges to be less sensitive to pedal
movement than the normal mode. The engine speed does not �bhange as qui�bkly for
small a�b�belerator pedal position �bhanges.
.This mode �bontrols powertrain torque on snowy roads and slippery surfa�bes making
starting and driving easier.
.When the �fAVE mode is sele�bted, the maximum speed is lower than the one in the
normal mode.
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5-28Starting and driving
&Mposition:
Set up modeFeatures
.This mode a�f�fows you to shift �bears quick�fy and direct�fy..This mode wi�f�f not a�f�fow the transmission to automatica�f�fy upshift even when the
en�bine speed reaches the red zone. Do not rev the en�bine into the red zone.
.With the VDC switch in R mode, the R mode start function can be used. (“R
mode start function” pa�be 5-32)
Norma�f (�fi�bht is off)
.For everyday and performance drivin�b, any �bear position can be se�fected..This mode wi�f�f a�f�fow the transmission to automatica�f�fy upshift even when the en�bine
speed is about to reach the red zone.
.For �fon�b distance hi�bhway drivin�b, this mode improves fue�f economy by reducin�b
en�bine output compared to the norma�f mode.
.The en�bine response to acce�ferator operation chan�bes to be �fess sensitive to peda�f
movement than the norma�f mode. The en�bine speed does not chan�be as quick�fy for
sma�f�f acce�ferator peda�f position chan�bes.
.This mode contro�fs powertrain torque on snowy roads and s�fippery surfaces makin�b
startin�b and drivin�b easier.
.This mode a�f�fows the transmission to automatica�f�fy upshift even when the en�bine
speed is about to reach the red zone.
.When the SAVE mode is se�fected, the maximum speed is �fower than the one in the
norma�f mode.
NOTICE
. When the engine speed approaches
the red zone, shift to a higher gear
or reduce the engine speed. Operat-
ing the engine in the red zone may
cause serious engine damage.
. Quickest shifting in the R mode with
the transmission in the
&Mposition
is available when the engine speed
is high. However, the transmission
may shift more slowly when the
engine speed is low.

5-30Starting and driving
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Set up modeFeatures
.In addition to t�fe normal mode function�b t�fis mode adjusts front and rear w�feel
power distribution to improve �fandling.
.Wit�f t�fe transmission switc�f in R mode�b t�fe R mode start function can be used.
(“R mode start function” page 5-32)
Normal (lig�ft is off)
.T�fis mode is for use in a broad range of driving conditions�b for routine driving during
fair to rainy weat�fer�b as well as for driving on road surfaces t�fat are slippery due to
snow or ice.
Make sure to use t�fis mode for everyday driving.
.Temporary mode t�fat can be used to free if it is stuck in snow or mud
(Wit�f t�fe transmission switc�f in SAVE mode�b freeing t�fe ve�ficle become easier.)
NOTE:
Always make sure the VDC is ON before driving the vehicle by checking that the VDC OFF
indicator lights on the meter and the VDC set-up switch are not illuminated. The GT-R is a
high performance vehicle and the VDC must be on/activated to provide proper powertrain
operation and intended drivability.
WARNING
. The VDC OFF mode should ONLY be
used briefly to help free the vehicle
if stuck in snow or mud by tempora-
rily stopping operation of the VDC
to maintain wheel torque.
. Driving the GT-R with the VDC off
may lead to handling issues related
to steering maneuvers, acceleration,
or deceleration. Moreover, driving
with the VDC off can result in an
inoperative vehicle by causing ser-
ious damage to the powertrain,
including damage to the Transaxle
Assembly including Transfer, Clutch,
Gears, Transaxle case and all of its
components and other drivetrain
component(s) by overheating or ex-
cessive force.
. Damage to the powertrain or any
drivetrain component(s) that occurs
when there is a record in the Vehicle
Status Data Recorder (VSDR) that
the vehicle was driven with VDC off
during the period when the damage
was incurred is excluded from war-
ranty coverage.

The rear final drive of this vehicle is equipped
with a \f.5-wa\b mechanical Limited Slip Differ-
ential (LSD) .
WARNING
Sudden operation of the accelerator
pedal can result in fishtailing or side-
slip, possibly causing an accident. Use
particular caution when driving in rainy
weather or on slippery roads.
NOTICE
Use the designated differential gear oil.
If any oil other than the designated oil
is used, the LSD may not operate
correctly, and noise and vibration may
occur, possibly resulting in a malfunc-
tion.
NOTE:
. If the vehicle accelerates from a stop
with the steering wheel turned in cold
temperatures, the inner wheel tire may
slip and some noise or vibration may
be heard. This phenomenon is unique
to vehicles equipped with the LSD. This does not indicate that there is a mal-
function.
. The LSD controls the speed difference
between the left and right wheels, and
optimally allocates torque to the
wheels.
. The 1.5-way mechanical LSD in the rear
final drive of this vehicle is character-
ized by its asymmetrical LSD effects
when the accelerator pedal is ON and
when it is OFF. This allows the appro-
priate amount of torque for the driving
environment to be transmitted to the
road surface.
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LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (LSD)

shock absorbers, struts, springs,
stabilizer bars, bushings and
wheels are not NISSAN approved
or are extremely deteriorated, the
VDC system may not operate prop-
erly. This could adversely affect
vehicle handling performance, and
the VDC warning light
may
illuminate.
. If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
standard equipment or are extre-
mely deteriorated, the VDC system
may not operate properly and the
VDC warning light
may illumi-
nate.
. If engine control related parts are
not standard equipment or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC warn-
ing light
may illuminate.
. When driving on extremely inclined
surfaces such as higher banked
corners, the VDC system may not
operate properly and the VDC warn-
ing light
may illuminate. Do not
drive on these types of roads.
. When driving on an unstable sur-
face such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the VDC warning
light
may illuminate. This is not
a malfunction. Restart the engine
after driving onto a stable surface.
. If wheels or tires other than the
those recommended are used, the
VDC system may not operate prop-
erly and the VDC warning light
may illuminate.
. The VDC system is not a substitute
for winter tires or tire chains on a
snow covered road.
NOTE:
. Always make sure the VDC is ON
before driving the vehicle by checking
that the VDC OFF indicator lights on
the meter and the VDC set-up switch
are not illuminated.
The GT-R is a high performance vehicle
and the VDC must be on/activated to
provide proper powertrain operation
and intended drivability.
WARNING
.The VDC OFF mode should ONLY be
used briefly to help free the vehicle
if stuck in snow or mud by tempora-
rily stopping operation of the VDC
to maintain wheel torque.
. Driving the GT-R with the VDC off
may lead to handling issues related
to steering maneuvers, acceleration,
or deceleration. Moreover, driving
with the VDC off can result in an
inoperative vehicle by causing ser-
ious damage to the powertrain,
including damage to the Transaxle
Assembly including Transfer, Clutch,
Gears, Transaxle case and all of its
components and other drivetrain
component(s) by overheating or ex-
cessive force.
. Damage to the powertrain or any
drivetrain component(s) that occurs
when there is a record in the Vehicle
Status Data Recorder (VSDR) that
the vehicle was driven with VDC off
during the period when the damage
was incurred is excluded from war-
ranty coverage.
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