2021 NISSAN GT-R oil temperature

Check the coolant level in the pressurized
coolant reservoir. Adjust the level so that
the fluid is between the MAX and MIN
markings. For the coolant, use genuine
NISSAN Long Life coolant or equivalent.
(On delivery of new vehicle, the reservoir
is filled to the MIN level. Be sure to
replenish approximately 3/8 US quart
(0.3 to 0.4 liter) of coolant.)
NOTICE
Do not overfill the coolant. This may
increase the pressure in the cooling
system and cause coolant leaks.
To maximize vehicle performance, the
coolant mixture ratio should be a combi-
nation of 30% coolant antifreeze and 70%
demineralized or distilled water for max-
imum cooling system performance re-
gardless of ambient temperatures.
If ambient temperatures are anticipated
below 5°F (−15°C), make sure a proper
mixture ratio of 50% antifreeze and 50%
demineralized or distilled water mix is
used.Engine and powertrainThe information and specifications in
this section apply only when engaging in performance driving.
.
Check the engine, transmission, differ-
ential and under the vehicle for oil and
coolant leaks.
. Inspect the areas surrounding of the
catalytic converter for heat deteriora-
tion.
. Always perform the transmission
setting. After that, adjust the clutch
clearance so that the clearance is less
than the clearance used for daily
driving. Your GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer has the necessary information
and equipment to set the clutch
clearance to the correct specification.
The clearance used for daily driving
increases clutch heat generated dur-
ing Performance Driving. This leads to
an increase in temperature of the
transmission oil. In addition, a more
direct shifting feel can be obtained by
reducing the clutch clearance for
Performance Driving. The clutch clear-
ance should be reset to the daily
driving specification after Perfor-
mance Driving. It is recommended
you see a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer
for information.
NOTICE
Failure to have the clutch properly
adjusted before performance driving
may cause the transmission oil tem-
perature to increase which may
cause transmission damage.
. 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).
. Inspect the dust boot of the drive
shaft universal joint for cracks or
damage.Suspension and wheel alignmentThe information and specifications in
this section apply only when engaging
in performance driving.
.Check the steering and suspension
system and other links for loose and/
or damaged parts.
. Measure and adjust the wheel align-
ment. (
“Wheel alignment” page
GTR-10) It is recommended you con-
tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer to
adjust the wheel alignment to the
recommended setting for high perfor-

or
position: The maximum
engine speed is 4,300 RPM
. Revving the engine when the engine
oil is at a low (below 32°F (0°C)) or
extremely high (over 275°F (135°C))
temperature: The maximum engine
speed is 4,000 RPM (The
position
will automatically change to the
position.)
ENGINE OUTPUT
High altitudeTo protect the engine, engine output is
controlled so that it does not increase at
altitude of approximately 3,281 ft (1,000
m) or higher.Engine output according to the
coolant temperatureThe engine output is controlled at a low
level when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is lower than approximately 158°F
(70°C) or higher than 230°F (110°C). This is
not a malfunction. If the temperature is lower than approxi-
mately 158°F (70°C), drive the vehicle until
it reaches normal operating temperature.
If the temperature is higher than 230°F
(110°C), perform cool-down driving proce-
dure. (
“Cool down” page GTR-14)
When the temperature of the engine
coolant is between 158°F (70°C) and
230°F (110°C), the engine output returns
to normal.
UNEVEN WEAR OF TIRESThe GT-R is equipped with high perfor-
mance, low profile, run-flat tires that are
optimized for performance and handling.
The life of these tires will be less than
those of tires installed on a typical vehicle,
and you are likely to experience uneven
tire wear and tire noise regardless of the
type of tire used.NOISES ARE HEARD WHILE DRIV-
ING

to
position 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
orposition. 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
position may result in shift shock and jerkiness when starting or shifting.
.
The quickest shifting in the R mode with the transmission in the
position 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.

to change the time. Push and
hold the switch to increase the number
every 1 hour. A maximum of 6 hours can
be set.
NOTE:
The default setting is OFF.
Low outside temperature warning:
This alert informs the driver when the
outside air temperature is lower than 37°F
(3°C).
On the ICY screen, push the NEXT switch
to turn this warning ON/OFF.
NOTE:
The default setting is ON.
MaintenanceThis function can be used to set the
various maintenance intervals and to
check the engine oil level. The reminders
shown below are used to notify the driver
of the maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Because these are displayed based on
the mileage driven, they do not indicate
the actual conditions of the vehicle. Use
these functions only as a reference.
Input the maintenance distance using the
following items:
. On each setting screen, push the
Instruments and controls
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to change the time. Push and
hold the switch to increase the number
every 1 hour. A maximum of 6 hours can
be set.
NOTE:
The default setting is OFF.
Low outside temperature warning:
This alert informs the driver when the
outside air temperature is lower than 37°F
(3°C).
On the ICY screen, push the NEXT switch
to turn this warning ON/OFF.
NOTE:
The default setting is ON.
MaintenanceThis function can be used to set the
various maintenance intervals and to
check the engine oil level. The reminders
shown below are used to notify the driver
of the maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Because these are displayed based on
the mileage driven, they do not indicate
the actual conditions of the vehicle. Use
these functions only as a reference.
Input the maintenance distance using the
following items:
. On each setting screen, push the
Instruments and controls
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to change the time. Push and
hold the switch to increase the number
every 1 hour. A maximum of 6 hours can
be set.
NOTE:
The default setting is OFF.
Low outside temperature warning:
This alert informs the driver when the
outside air temperature is lower than 37°F
(3°C).
On the ICY screen, push the NEXT switch
to turn this warning ON/OFF.
NOTE:
The default setting is ON.
MaintenanceThis function can be used to set the
various maintenance intervals and to
check the engine oil level. The reminders
shown below are used to notify the driver
of the maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Because these are displayed based on
the mileage driven, they do not indicate
the actual conditions of the vehicle. Use
these functions only as a reference.
Input the maintenance distance using the
following items:
. On each setting screen, push the
Instruments and controls
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position, and to
4,000 rpm when the engine oil or
coolant temperature is low or higher
than normal.
. If the ignition switch is pushed
before the shift lever is moved to
the
position, the ignition switch
will not change to the OFF position.
If this occurs, the SHIFT
warning
display appears on the vehicle in-
formation display. When stopping
the engine, be sure to move the shift
lever to the
position and then
push the ignition switch. Failure to
do so may result in discharge of the
battery. (“Shift “P” warning”
page 2-46)
. If the shift lever was in the
position when the engine was
stopped, then be sure to move the
shift lever to the
position before
starting the engine the next time. If the engine is started with the shift
lever in the
position, then it may
not be possible to drive the vehicle
even when the shift lever is moved
to the
position. If this
occurs, the SHIFTwarning appears
on the vehicle information display.
(
“Shift “P” warning” page 2-46)
CAUTION
If the engine was stopped soon
when the engine is hot, the cooling
fan may operate for approximately 2
minutes after the engine was
stopped to cool the components in
the engine compartment. When the
cooling fan is operating, be sure that
hands or other items do not get
caught in it.
DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSIONThe GT-R dual clutch transmission is a
newly-developed system that uses an
electronically controlled multiple-disc
wet clutch attached to the highly efficient
manual transmission. This transmission
has two driving modes.
.
position
and operate the paddle shifter to shift
down to 1st gear similar to a manual
transmission vehicle.
The GT-R dual clutch transmission was
developed specifically to maximize vehi-
cle performance and driving enjoyment.
The GT-R transmission components were
designed using different engineering
standards than typical passenger car
transmissions. Because of this, the GT-R
has different operating characteristics,
and various rattle noises may be heard
during some driving conditions because
Starting and driving
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DRIVING THE VEHICLE

of the following items:
.Gear clearances
. Ultralight flywheel
. Dry sump lubrication
These noises do not indicate that there is
a malfunction.
or
position to the
or
or
position while the vehicle is mov-
ing forward and
or
toposition 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.
CAUTION
. Because the vehicle includes a
dual clutch transmission that
automatically controls the clutch
and shifting operation of the
manual transmission, whenever
the shift lever is in a position
other than
or
, the vehicle will
begin to move slowly, in the same
way as when the clutch in a
manual transmission vehicle is
partially engaged. Keep the brake
pedal firmly depressed when the vehicle is stopped. In some cir-
cumstances the vehicle may not
start moving on its own, however
this does not indicate that there
is a malfunction.
NOTICE
.
To avoid possible damage to your
vehicle; when stopping the vehi-
cle on an uphill grade, do not hold
the vehicle in place by depressing
the accelerator pedal. Doing so
may cause the clutch to overheat
and result in transmission da-
mage. Use the brakes to prevent
the vehicle from moving.
. The GT-R dual clutch transmis-
sion is provided with a dry sump
lubrication system that improves
efficiency and ensures reliability
under high g-force conditions.
When oil viscosity is high at low
temperatures, it takes longer for
all components to be sufficiently
lubricated. Thus, when the trans-
mission temperature is low (ap-
proximately 104°F (40°C), do not
accelerate rapidly or run the en-
gine faster than 4,000 rpm.