2017 NISSAN GT-R check engine light
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GTR-22GT-R Overview
Suspension and wheel alignmentGUID-717B8FCC-38D9-49B8-900D-CE3AC60083CD.Check the steering and suspension system
and other links for loose and/or damaged
parts.
. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. It
is recommended you contact a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer to adjust the wheel
alignment to the recommended setting for
normal driving.
Wheels and tiresGUID-DF739C54-232F-4D22-8411-3447FCC6AF9E.Check tire wear and cracking.
. Inspect the tire side wall for damage.
. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure as necessary when the tires are
cold. (
ªWheels and tiresº page GTR-
16) If you do not drive under the conditions
listed in this section, see
ªWheels and
tiresº page 8-32.
. Check that the wheel nuts are not stripped.
Check if there is no deformation on the
contact surface of the wheel nuts.
. Make sure the wheel nuts are tight.
(
ªWheels and tiresº page 8-32)
. Make sure the drive shaft nuts are tight.
. Check wheel hub run out and that the wheel
rotates smoothly without any friction. Check these with the tires removed whenever an
inspection is performed with the vehicle
jacked up.
. Make sure the tire has not slipped on the
wheel causing the assembly to be out of
balance. The reference marks on the tire and
wheel should be aligned. If the reference
marks are not aligned, the tire has slipped on
the wheel. Have the wheels/tires reba-
lanced. Make sure the old reference marks
are erased and new reference marks are
applied to the wheel and tire. When instal-
ling new tires on the wheels, make sure new
reference marks are applied to the wheels
and tires. (
ªWheels and tiresº page
GTR-16)
. Make sure that the TPMS sensor installation
nuts and the sensor valve are tight and there
is no nitrogen leak.
BrakesGUID-9F9BF18B-725B-4D67-9B77-FE9C5E2B01AC.Check for the heat deterioration of the
brakes and parts around the brakes.
. Check the condition of the brake pads and
disc rotors and replace them as necessary.
Engine and powertrainGUID-6D6A93B6-167E-482B-B7DB-6E5B685097F5.Check the engine, transmission, differential
and under the vehicle for oil and coolant
leaks.
. Inspect the area surrounding the catalytic
converter for heat deterioration.
. Inspect and confirm the clearance between
the exhaust finisher and rear bumper is more
than 0.24 in (6 mm) (up/down) and more
than 0.20 in (5 mm) (left/right) .
. The clutch clearance and shift fork position
may need to be adjusted.
. Inspect the dust boot of the drive shaft
universal joint for cracks or damage.
. Check that there is no abnormal noise,
vibrations or warning lights illuminated when
making tight turns at slow speed (for tight
corner braking phenomenon) .
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TRANSMISSION OPERATION CHARACTERISTICSGUID-DC9FD7D2-9CD4-46F9-AFB8-A7B5A93B4FE1
MechanismOperation characteristics
Base Manual transmission
.The GT-R transmission design is different from transmissions used in conventional passenger cars. The GT-R uses a transmission gear
design, light flywheel and a dry sump lubrication system to provide maximum vehicle performance. Because the GT-R Transmission design
is different, noises may be louder. When the transmission temperature is high, rattling, shaking and jarring noises may be heard.
.Clattering noises may be heard while shifting..Appropriate gaps are provided between gears to achieve smooth gear rotation and steady tooth surface lubrication under the high-load
driving condition. However, this causes a rattling noise.
.If the shift lever is moved from&Rto&AF&Mposition, or&AF&Mto&Rposition before the vehicle stops, you may not be able to shift gear
or it may take longer to shift gear. Make sure to depress the brake pedal and check that the vehicle has stopped before shifting.
Multiple-disc wet clutch
.When stopping the vehicle with the shift lever in the&Ror&AF&Mposition, be sure to firmly depress the brake pedal. The vehicle may
slowly move if the brake pedal is not depressed.
.Avoid depressing the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time. Depressing the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time could
cause the clutch to overheat and accelerate deterioration.
.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.
Electronic oil pressure
control The following conditions are caused due to changes in fluid viscosity as a result of temperature changes.
.When the transmission oil is extremely cold or extremely hot, the transmission may feel like it is slipping during shifts or there may be hard
shifts. This is normal. Transmission shifting should return to normal when the transmission oil returns to normal operating temperatures.
.When the transmission oil temperature is extremely cold, the time required to run a system check may increase. During the system check,
the shift lever must stay in the&Pposition. Move the shift lever after turning off the system check display. Also, it is normal to hear clicking
noises during the transmission systems check.
Changing modes
.The higher shift speeds in the&Mposition may result in shift shock and jerkiness when starting or shifting..The 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.
Mechanical Limited Slip
Differential (LSD) If the vehicle accelerates from a stop with the steering wheel turned half a turn in cold temperatures, the inner wheel tire may slip and some
noise or vibration may be heard. This phenomenon occurs because the viscosity of the differential oil becomes thicker and the Limited Slip
Differential (LSD) operates with increasing load. When the steering wheel is returned to the straight ahead position or the differential oil warms
up, the noise and vibration decrease.
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2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit............................................................................\
............... 2-3
Instrument panel ....
....................................................................... 2-4
Meters and gauges ....
.................................................................. 2-5
Speedometer ....
....................................................................... 2-6
Odometer/twin trip odometer ............................................. 2-6
Tachometer ............................................................................\
.. 2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................... 2-7
Fuel gauge ............................................................................\
... 2-8
Transmission position indicator .......................................... 2-9
Upshift indicator ..................................................................... 2-9
Instrument brightness control .......................................... 2-11
Vehicle information display ..................................................... 2-12
Engine oil level display ....
................................................... 2-12
Transmission system check display ....
............................ 2-14
Drive computer .......................................................................... 2-15
Current fuel consumption ................................................. 2-15
Vehicle speed ....
................................................................... 2-16
Cruise control ....
................................................................... 2-16
Average fuel consumption and speed ........................... 2-16
Elapsed time and trip odometer ....
.................................. 2-17
Distance to empty ............................................................... 2-17
Outside air temperature .................................................... 2-18
Setting (drive computer) ................................................... 2-19
Warning (drive computer) ....
............................................. 2-23 Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders
.... ................................................................. 2-25
Checking lights ....
.............................................................. 2-25
Warning lights ....
................................................................ 2-25
Indicator lights ................................................................... 2-31
Audible reminders ............................................................. 2-33
Warning display ........................................................................ 2-34
Engine oil low pressure warning ....
............................... 2-35
Engine system warning ................................................... 2-35
Shift lever position warning ............................................ 2-35
Reverse warning ....
............................................................ 2-36
Transmission system warning ........................................ 2-36
Transmission oil high temperature warning ................ 2-36
Transmission clutch high temperature warning ....
..... 2-37
Parking brake release warning ...................................... 2-37
Low brake fluid warning .................................................. 2-37
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning .................. 2-38
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system warning ....
.............................................................. 2-38
AWD clutch high temperature warning ....
................... 2-38
Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning ....
................. 2-39
AWD system warning ...................................................... 2-39
Low tire pressure warning .............................................. 2-40
Run-flat tire warning ....
..................................................... 2-40
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GUID-0FC3F259-24D6-477D-9CD2-147340B1F652
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning lightLow tire pressure warning lightCruise set switch indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightMaster warning lightExterior light indicator
Seat belt warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
Brake warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Transmission warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightCruise main switch indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Key warning light
CHECKING LIGHTSGUID-0690CE37-25FD-4D73-A7AF-AFE1D852C699With all doors closed, apply the parking brake,
fasten the seat belts and place the ignition
switch in the ON position without starting the
engine. The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on:
,or,,,
The following lights (if so equipped) will come
on briefly and then go off:
,or,,,,,
If any light does not come on or operates in a
way other than described, it may indicate aburned-out bulb and/or a system malfunction. It
is recommended you have the system checked
by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
WARNING LIGHTSGUID-C643F323-574D-4369-917C-E9A71BC3B75B
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warn-
ing light
GUID-1B607105-7534-4297-BBBA-7F608F3BEDDCThewarning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off soon
after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, the warning
light will either remain illuminated or blink. (
ªAll-Wheel Drive (AWD)º page 5-41)
CAUTION
.
If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction
in the AWD system. Reduce the
vehicle speed and have your vehicle
checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer as soon as possible.
. If the AWD warning light blinks on
when you are driving:
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WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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2-26Instruments and controls
Ð blinks rapidly (about twice asecond):
Pull off the road in a safe area,
and idle the engine. The driving
mode will change to RWD to
prevent the AWD system from
malfunctioning. If the warning
light turns off, you can drive
again. This does not indicate
that there is a malfunction.
Ð blinks slowly (about once every 2 seconds):
Pull off the road in a safe area,
and idle the engine. Check that
all tire sizes are the same as
that specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label lo-
cated in the driver's door open-
ing, tire pressure is correct and
tires are not worn. (
ªTire
and loading information labelº
page 9-13)
If the tire pressure is insuffi-
cient, fill with nitrogen gas. It is
recommended you contact a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer
about filling with nitrogen gas.
If nitrogen gas is not available,
compressed air may be safely used under normal driving con-
ditions. However, NISSAN re-
commends refilling with
nitrogen gas for maximum tire
performance.
. If the warning light is still on after
the above operations, have your
vehicle checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light
GUID-88C3D3A9-3B60-439B-B8E8-138D779FCFB7When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates
the ABS is operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may
indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. It
is recommended you have the system checked
by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-
tance. (
ªBrake systemº page 5-51)
orBrake warning lightGUID-014B7403-EB53-433D-8D6C-5FFB9841E63AThis light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light comes on when the parking brake is
applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid
as necessary. (
ªBrake fluidº page 8-
15)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, it is
recommended you have the warning system
checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminate, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. It is
recommended you have the brake system
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checked, and if necessary repaired, by a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer promptly. (
ªAnti-
lock Braking System (ABS) warning lightº page
2-26)
WARNING
. Your brake system may not be
working properly if the warning light
is on. Driving could be dangerous. If
you judge it to be safe, drive care-
fully to the nearest service station
for repairs. Otherwise, have your
vehicle towed because driving it
could be dangerous.
. Pressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake
fluid level may increase your stop-
ping distance and braking will re-
quire greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel.
. If the brake fluid level is below the
minimum or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning lightGUID-133A62B2-7E8B-4EF3-9103-A37320F99DAEIf the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the charging system is not
functioning properly. Turn the engine off and
check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose,
broken, missing or if the light remains on, it is
recommended you see a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer immediately.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the alternator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
GUID-D66D6512-DD02-407A-B4CC-E2B0D6F8CFBBThis light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers or comes on during normal driving,
pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediately and call a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer.
The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Check the vehicle information display or
use the dipstick to check the oil level.
(
ªEngine oil level displayº page 2-12)
(
ªChecking engine oil levelº page 8-13)
NOTICE
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Intelligent Key warning lightGUID-25C0AA6B-82C8-42D5-8984-4E4E27CAAB43After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds
and then turns off.
This light warns of a malfunction with the
electrical steering lock system or the Intelligent
Key system.
If the light comes on while the engine is
stopped, it may be impossible to free the
steering lock or to start the engine. If the light
comes on while the engine is running, you can
drive the vehicle. However in these cases, it is
recommended you contact a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer for repair as soon as possible.
Low tire pressure warning lightGUID-BB3B0771-5818-4948-9BC3-7EB1194EB378Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire
pressure of all tires.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
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2-30Instruments and controls
is securely fastened.
The seat belt warning light for the front
passenger will illuminate if the seat belt is not
fastened when the front passenger's seat is
occupied. For approximately 5 seconds after the
ignition switch is in the ON position, the system
does not activate the warning light for the front
passenger. (
ªSeat beltsº page 1-6)
Supplemental air bag warning
light
GUID-B10AA454-3F7A-4937-979C-E9A25B317D41After pushing the ignition switch to the ON
position, the supplemental air bag warning light
will illuminate for about 7 seconds and then turn
off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and
pretensioner systems need servicing and it is
recommended your vehicle be taken to a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer.
. The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
. The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
. The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pretensioners may not function properly.
(
ªSupplemental restraint systemº page 1-
34)
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag
and/or pretensioner systems will not
operate in an accident. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your
vehicle checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
Transmission warning lightGUID-EF02984F-4D6D-45B8-995D-D68D8497C03BThis light warns of the following malfunctions.
Transmission system malfunction:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9The light blinks if a malfunction in the transmis-
sion system occurs. If the light blinks, certain
gear positions may become unusable, so that
the vehicle may become undrivable. It is
recommended you have the system inspected
promptly by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Transmission oil temperature high:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9The light illuminates if the transmission oil
temperature becomes unusually high. If the light illuminates, avoid driving at high speed or at high
engine speed until the light turns off. The light
will turn off after a short period of time and the
vehicle can then be driven normally. If the light
illuminates frequently, it is recommended you
contact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
NOTICE
If the light continues to illuminate, the
engine output may be reduced to pre-
vent transmission damage.
Transmission clutch temperature high:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9The light illuminates if clutch temperature
becomes unusually high. If the light illuminates,
pull off the road in a safe area and idle the
engine. When the light turns off, driving can be
resumed. If the light illuminates frequently, it is
recommended you contact a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
NOTICE
. Continuing to drive with the light on
could cause serious damage to the
transmission.
. If the light continues to illuminate,
the vehicle cannot be driven be-
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cause the engine output may be
reduced and the clutch may be
reduced to keep the clutch disen-
gaged.
R mode start function:
GUID-E22DEED8-E349-45C2-B1F1-0C9BCF3B8FB9If the R mode start function is used 4 times
continuously, the function may be disabled and
cannot be turned on for protection. While the
function is disabled, the warning light illumi-
nates. When the warning light goes off, the
function can be used again. (
ªR mode start
functionº page 5-32)
When the warning light illuminates, perform cool
down driving (driving 1.3 mile (2 km) in 5th or
6th gear at a speed of approximately 37 - 50
MPH (60 - 80 km/h) while checking the
temperature of the transmission oil until the
warning light goes off.
NOTICE
While the warning light is illuminated,
the engine output is controlled so that
it does not increase.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light
GUID-133481A7-A7D1-4868-96FC-76FC517EF3F4The light will blink when the VDC system or the
traction control system is operating, thus alerting
the driver that the vehicle is nearing its traction
limits. The road surface may be slippery.
If the VDC warning light illuminates when the
VDC system is turned on, this light alerts the
driver to the fact that the VDC system's fail-safe
mode is operating, for example the VDC or hill
start assist system may not be functioning
properly. Have the system checked by a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer. If a malfunction occurs
in the system, the VDC system function will be
canceled but the vehicle is still driveable.
(
ªVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) systemº
page 5-53)
INDICATOR LIGHTSGUID-E3A37514-681C-4C69-9C1D-DCB79934187F
Cruise main switch indicator
light
GUID-A23D0BDF-1E9D-4F2B-83A7-E680EA31D4DEThe light comes on when the cruise control is
pushed. The light turns off when the main switch
is pushed again. While the cruise control system
main switch indicator light is on, the cruise
control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator
light
GUID-620D95CA-78C2-42C7-A108-F8FDADDF21EBThe light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the
light blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate the cruise control system is not
functioning properly. It is recommended you
have the system checked by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
Exterior light indicatorGUID-1C86E701-EE7D-4B25-BC7F-8065A02ECD73This indicator illuminates when the headlight
switch is turned to the AUTO,
or
position and the front parking lights, instrument
panel lights, rear combination lights, license
plate lights or headlights are on. The indicator
turns off when these lights are turned off.
Front passenger air bag status
light
GUID-B348C2F9-F714-4708-87F5-1029DDF7D946The front passenger air bag status light ()
will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be
OFF depending on how the front passenger
seat is being used. (
ªNISSAN Advanced
Air Bag System (front seats)º page 1-40)
High beam indicator lightGUID-82FA2B4D-4DFD-4DFA-9C82-A8317CF62338This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on and goes out when the low beam is
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