2017 NISSAN GT-R suspension


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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. See your 2016 Warranty Information Booklet for
important related information and warranty
coverage exclusions. See also section 2
(ªTransmission warning lightº page 2-30)
and section 5 (
ªVehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) systemº page 5-53) of this Owner's
Manual, ªTransmission Clutch Temperature
Highº and ªVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Systemº for important additional related informa-
tion.
. Except for the emergency cases above,
any issues related to driving stability
(e.g., steering maneuvers and maneu-
vers during acceleration and decelera-
tion) and any damages to drivetrain
components (e.g., transfer, clutch, a
sort of gear, transaxle case) will not
be covered by warranty if there is a
record in the Vehicle Status Data
Recorder (VSDR) that the vehicle was
driven with VDC off.
. When attempting to free the vehicle
from mud or fresh snow, the VDC will
detect the tire slipping, and the engine
speed may not increase even when the
accelerator pedal is depressed. To raise
the engine speed, use the VDC set up
switch to turn the VDC system OFF and
select SAVE mode with the transmis- sion switch. (
ªVDC, transmission
and suspension setup switchesº page
5-25)
. When the VDC system is turned OFF,
all VDC functions (including traction
control) , except for the ABS functions,
are deactivated.
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5-58Starting and driving
GUID-76F3EAAF-2BE5-4B81-B58F-746FED25686FThis system enhances exhaust sound silencing
by closing the electronic control valve while
starting the engine, and while idling after starting
the engine.
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To close the electronic control valve, push the
exhaust sound control switch to the ON side.
To open the electronic control valve, push the
exhaust sound control switch to the OFF side.
When the engine speed is 2,800 rpm or more,
the electronic control valve opens. When the
engine speed is 2,500 rpm or less, the
electronic control valve closes.
When R mode is set after the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position, even if the exhaust
sound control switch is ON, the electronic
control valve opens. (
ªVDC, transmission
and suspension setup switchesº page 5-25) NOTE:
.
Do not disconnect the electronic con-
trol valve connector. If the connector is
not plugged in, the system will detect
this as a malfunction and engine out-
put will be limited.
. In order to protect the engine when in a
driving mode that uses close to the
maximum torque, the electronic control
valve may open with the engine speed
at 2,800 rpm or less.
EXHAUST SOUND CONTROL
SYSTEM (if so equipped)


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JVS0798X
JVS0387X
NOTE:
To operate the active noise cancellation
and active sound enhancement system
properly:
.Do not cover the speakers or woofer.
. Do not cover the microphones.
. Do not change or modify speakers including
the woofer and any audio related parts such
as the amplifier.
. Do not make any modification including
sound deadening or modifications around
the microphones, speakers or woofer.
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATIONGUID-63AC1A64-FBF7-48AB-8FDB-B103F2AB9CF1The active noise cancellation uses the front and
rear microphones
*1to detect engine booming
noise. The system then automatically generates
a noise cancelling sound through the speakers
*2and woofer*3to reduce engine booming
noise.
The front and rear microphones
*1are located
inside of the roof.
The front speakers are located on the doors and
the woofer is located in between the rear seats.
ACTIVE SOUND ENHANCEMENTGUID-92984642-E6C9-4C4F-8D8B-DA3774BD076FThe active sound enhancement generates
sounds according to engine speed and driving
modes selected by the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system, transmission and suspension
setup switches through the speakers
*2and
woofer
*3to enhance the quality of the engine
sound.
Starting and driving5-59
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION (if
so equipped)/ACTIVE SOUND
ENHANCEMENT (if so equipped)


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6-10In case of emergency
bers of the vehicle.
. Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to
tow or free a stuck vehicle.
. Only use devices specifically de-
signed for vehicle recovery and
follow the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
. Always pull the recovery device
straight out from the front of the
vehicle. Never pull at an angle.
. Route recovery devices so they do
not touch any part of the vehicle
except the attachment point.
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use a tow strap or other device designed
specifically for vehicle recovery. Always follow
the manufacturer's instructions for the recovery
device.
Rocking a stuck vehicleGUID-2C981225-30F1-49E8-AE71-816D46202725If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system and select SAVE mode with the
transmission setup switch. (
ªVDC,
transmission and suspension setup switchesº page 5-25)
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back- ward.
.Shift back and forth between the&Rand
&A
F&Mpositions.
.Apply the accelerator as little as possible
to maintain the rocking motion.
.Release the accelerator pedal before
shifting between the
&Rand&A
F&M
positions..Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH (55
km/h) .
5. Turn on the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.
6. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.


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UNDERBODYGUID-BDA9763C-38AC-4528-87E4-128C0B6D452CIn areas where road salt is used in winter, the
underbody must be cleaned regularly. This will
prevent dirt and salt from building up and
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the
underbody and suspension. Before the winter
period and again in the spring, the underseal
must be checked and, if necessary, re-treated.
GLASSGUID-184112B2-6F39-43A6-9E3E-DD1003B9EDDDUse glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust
film from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass
to become coated with a film after the vehicle is
parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft
cloth will easily remove this film.
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based
disinfectant cleaners. They could da-
mage the electrical conductors, radio
antenna elements or rear window
defroster elements.
WHEELSGUID-28739CF5-4632-465E-BA7F-F71C3AD66616Wash 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.
. Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or
corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.
. NISSAN recommends that the road wheels
be waxed to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.
CAUTION
Do not use abrasive cleaners when
washing the wheels.
Aluminum alloy wheelsGUID-B4D09F8E-EBC4-4DFB-9705-8567963D0E60Wash regularly with a sponge dampened in a
mild soap solution, especially during winter
months in areas where road salt is used. Salt
could discolor the wheels if not removed.
It may discolor to black depending on storage
conditions. If only one wheel is changed, it may
be different color with other wheels. If the wheel
is changed, It is recommended you consult with a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
NOTICE
Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:
.
Do not use a cleaner that uses
strong acid or alkali contents to
clean the wheels.
. Do not apply wheel cleaners to the
wheels when they are hot. The
wheel temperature should be the
same as ambient temperature.
. Rinse the wheel to completely re-
move the cleaner within 15 minutes
after the cleaner is applied.
CHROME PARTSGUID-9406EE2F-3E00-4D47-86BD-642FFE0097C7Clean chrome parts regularly with a non-
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish.
FRONT GRILLEGUID-225A8329-C8C2-4692-AC87-B76F4E73C578Use alcohol (IPA) , such as ethanol, to remove
dirt, tar and oil spots, etc. that adheres to the
surface of plated parts.
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Tires for All-Wheel Drive (AWD)GUID-848D3C9A-A3CC-4FF9-9DE9-F6990C89ECF1If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with tires
of the specified size, brand, construction and
tread pattern. The tire pressure and wheel
alignment should also be checked and cor-
rected as necessary. It is recommended you
contact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
TIRE CHAINSGUID-90F3D152-5E58-4B2D-929F-0D9F338D8B14Use of tire chains may be prohibited according
to location. Check the local laws before instal-
ling tire chains. When installing tire chains, make
sure they are of proper size for the tires on your
vehicle and are installed according to the chain
manufacturer instructions.Use only SAE class
S chains. Class ªSº chains are used on vehicles
with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles
that can use Class ªSº chains are designed to
meet the SAE standard minimum clearances
between the tire and the closest vehicle
suspension or body component required to
accommodate the use of a winter traction device
(tire chains or cables) . The minimum clearances
are determined using the factory equipped tire
size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by the tire
chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose
end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibility of whipping
action damage to the fenders or undercarriage.
If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when
using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be da-
maged and/or vehicle handling and performance
may be adversely affected.
NOTE:
Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
CAUTION
Do not use tire chains on dry roads.
NOTICE
Never install tire chains on a punctured
run-flat tire, as this could damage your
vehicle.
Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads that
are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such
conditions can cause damage to the various
mechanisms of the vehicle due to some
overstress.
CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRESGUID-07A6466B-1B69-4149-A155-B5CE2ED265B1
Tire rotationGUID-F88DD8A5-029F-4CD0-A1A6-2FABE652D539
Tires cannot be rotated because your
vehicle is equipped with different sized
tires in the front and rear.
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10-6
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SafetyAll-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions ...
...... 5-9
Child safety ...
........................................................... 1-13
Reporting safety defects ...
.................................. 9-19
Safety Ð Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system ...
............................................................. 1-1
Scheduled maintenance ...
............................................. 8-3
Seat Booster seats ...
....................................................... 1-30
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts ...
............................................ 1-27
Front seat-mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag and roof-mounted
curtain side-impact supplemental air
bag systems ...
.......................................................... 1-44
Front seats ...
............................................................... 1-3
Heated seats ...
........................................................ 2-55
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System ...
.............. 1-40
Precautions on seat belt usage ...
.......................... 1-6
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
the seat belts ...
........................................................ 1-22
Seat belt extenders ...
............................................. 1-12
Seat belt maintenance ...
....................................... 1-13
Seat belts ...
........................................................ 1-6, 7-9
Seat belts with pretensioners ...
.......................... 1-45
Seats ...
.......................................................................... 1-2
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ...
.......... 1-9 Seat belt
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts ...
............................................ 1-27
Precautions on seat belt usage ...
.......................... 1-6
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
the seat belts ...
........................................................ 1-22
Seat belt extenders ...
............................................. 1-12
Seat belt maintenance ...
....................................... 1-13
Seat belts ...
........................................................ 1-6, 7-9
Seat belts with pretensioners ...
.......................... 1-45
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ...
.......... 1-9
Security systems ...
......................................................... 2-46
Self-adjusting brakes ...
................................................. 8-23
Servicing air conditioner ...
........................................... 4-14
Setting (drive computer) ...
.......................................... 2-19
Setting hazard indicator and horn mode ...
.............. 3-13
Shift lever position warning ...
..................................... 2-35
Shift ªPº warning ...
........................................................ 2-44
Small children ...
.............................................................. 1-14
Sonar system ...
............................................................... 5-47
Sonar system off switch ...
........................................... 2-56
Sonar system setting ...
................................................. 5-49
Spark plugs ...
.................................................................. 8-20
Special winter equipment ...
......................................... 5-56
Specifications ...
................................................................ 9-8
Speedometer ...
................................................................. 2-6
Starting Before starting the engine ...
................................ 5-13
Jump starting ...
............................................... 6-5, 8-19
Precautions when starting and driving ...
............. 5-3
Push starting ...
............................................................ 6-7 Starting the engine
...
............................................. 5-13
Steering Power steering ...
..................................................... 5-50
Power steering fluid ...
............................................ 8-14
Steering lock release
malfunction indicator ...
........................................... 2-45
Steering wheel ...
..................................................... 3-26
Steering-wheel-mounted controls ...
................... 5-35
Tilt/telescopic steering column ...
........................ 3-26
Storage ...
......................................................................... 2-58
Summer tires ...
......................................................... GTR-10
Sun visors ...
..................................................................... 3-27
Sunglasses holder ...
...................................................... 2-59
Supplemental air bag warning labels ...
.................... 1-46
Supplemental air bag warning light ...
....................... 1-47
Supplemental restraint system ...
................................ 1-34
Suspension and wheel alignment ...
.... GTR-15, GTR-22
Switch Hazard warning flasher switch ...
............................ 6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ...
..................... 2-51
Headlight switch ...
.................................................. 2-51
How to switch the modes ...
................................. 5-25
Ignition switch operation ...
................................... 5-10
Ignition switch positions ...
.................................... 5-11
Interior light control switch ...
............................... 2-64
Locking with power door lock switch ...
............... 3-5
Push-button ignition switch ...
.............................. 5-10
Rear window defroster switch ...
......................... 2-50
Trunk lid release switch ...
..................................... 3-20
Trunk open request switch ...
................................ 3-20
Trunk release power cancel switch ...
................ 3-21


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VDC, transmission and suspension
setup switches...
..................................................... 5-25
Wiper and washer switch ...
................................. 2-49
T
Tachometer ...
..................................................................... 2-7
Temperature A, B and C ...
.......................................... 9-18
Terms ...
............................................................................. 9-14
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ...
................ 1-9
Three-way catalyst ...
....................................................... 5-3
Tight corner braking phenomenon ...
......................... 5-43
Tilt/telescopic steering column ...
............................... 3-26
Tire Changing wheels and tires ...
............................... 8-41
Checking the tire pressure ...
............................... 8-36
Flat tire ...
...................................................................... 6-3
Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning ...
....... 2-39
Low tire pressure warning ...
................................ 2-40
Run-flat tire warning ...
........................................... 2-40
Run-flat tires ...
............................................................ 6-4
Tire and loading information label ...
........ 8-35, 9-13
Tire chains ...
............................................................. 8-41
Tire dressing ...
............................................................ 7-6
Tire equipment ...
..................................................... 5-56
Tire labeling ...
........................................................... 8-37
Tire pressure ...
......................................................... 8-32
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...
.............. 5-4, 6-3
Tire Pressure Monitoring System warning ...
.... 2-40
Tires ...
........................................................................ 5-43
Types of tires ...
........................................................ 8-39 Uniform tire quality grading
...
............................... 9-17
Wheels and tires ...
........................................ 8-32, 9-9
Tires and road wheels ...
........................................... GTR-5
Titanium muffler ...
....................................................... GTR-6
Change of surface color of
titanium muffler ...
............................................... GTR-26
Sound heard around titanium muffler ...
....... GTR-27
To protect your vehicle from corrosion ...
................. 7-10
Towing Flat towing ...
............................................................. 9-17
Towing a trailer ...
..................................................... 9-17
Towing recommended by NISSAN ...
.................... 6-9
Towing your vehicle ...
............................................... 6-9
Traction AA, A, B and C ...
.......................................... 9-18
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